Author Question: You arrive at the residence of a physician who informs you that his pregnant wife requires immediate ... (Read 45 times)

clmills979 · **on:** Jul 2, 2018

You arrive at the residence of a physician who informs you that his pregnant wife requires immediate transport to the hospital because she is bleeding and has a history of abruptio placentae. As a knowledgeable EMT, you should recognize that the greatest threat to the baby is:

A) infection.
B) maternal shock.
C) hypoxia.
D) fluid loss.

Question 2

If a scene becomes unsafe after you have entered, you should first:

A) attempt to neutralize the threat.
B) call for assistance on the radio.
C) remove yourself from the scene.
D) notify the EMS supervisor.