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NREMT EMR First Responder

Category - Special Patient Populations

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Which of the following is appropriate care of a neonate born 1 minute ago who has blue extremities, but is beginning to cry? Choose all that apply.

Make sure the airway is clear and suctioned
Stimulate the child by lightly tapping its feet and rubbing
Warm the child with a blanket
Begin CPR
Start an intravenous line

Explanation

Answer: A, B, and C - A neonate within the first five minutes of life often has blue extremities. After assessing the neonate’s airway and breathing, the EMR should continue typical treatment. Only if it is determined that the child is not breathing, despite an open airway and suctioning, should CPR be initiated.

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