AEMT Domain 4: Obstetrics and Gynecology

During a breech delivery, the AEMT notices the presence of meconium-stained amniotic fluid. What is the most appropriate initial action?

In the context of obstetric emergencies, what is the primary concern associated with a prolapsed umbilical cord?

An AEMT is attending a delivery and observes a limb presentation. What is the most appropriate next step?

During a postpartum assessment, the AEMT notes that the patient's fundus is boggy and located above the expected level at the umbilicus. What is the most appropriate initial action?

An AEMT is assessing a pregnant patient who is experiencing severe abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding at 32 weeks of gestation. The patient's blood pressure is 90/60 mmHg, and her pulse is 120 bpm. What is the most likely diagnosis?

An AEMT is caring for a patient in labor who suddenly experiences a seizure. The patient's medical history is unknown. What is the most likely condition?

A pregnant patient at 38 weeks gestation is experiencing contractions every 3 minutes, each lasting 45 seconds. The cervix is dilated to 4 cm. What stage of labor is she in?

An AEMT is delivering a baby and notices that the umbilical cord is wrapped around the newborn's neck. What is the first action the AEMT should take?

An AEMT is called to assist with a home birth where the mother is known to have polyhydramnios. What complication is the mother MOST at risk for during labor?

During the third trimester, a patient presents with sudden swelling in her face and hands, a headache, and visual disturbances. What condition should the AEMT suspect?

A patient in her second trimester of pregnancy presents with painless, bright red vaginal bleeding. Which condition is most likely responsible for her symptoms?

In the case of a postpartum hemorrhage, which medication is MOST likely to be administered to promote uterine contraction?

A newborn's APGAR score at 1 minute is 6. What is the most appropriate initial action?

What is the primary concern for an AEMT when managing a patient with suspected eclampsia?

When assessing a patient in labor, the AEMT finds the fetal heart rate to be 80 bpm. What is the most appropriate immediate action?

In the case of shoulder dystocia during delivery, what maneuver should the AEMT FIRST attempt?

A pregnant patient with a known history of heroin use is in labor. The AEMT should be MOST prepared to manage which condition in the newborn?

If a pregnant patient's blood type is Rh-negative, the AEMT should understand the primary risk involves which of the following?

When managing a patient with a suspected ectopic pregnancy, the AEMT understands that the primary risk is:

In a case where the AEMT observes a dark, purplish mass protruding from the vagina post-delivery, the MOST likely diagnosis is: