You Have Just Assisted in the Delivery of a Full-Term

question 26

Multiple Choice

You have just assisted in the delivery of a full-term infant in the back of the ambulance. Ten minutes after delivery, you obtain vital signs on the newborn and find the following: heart rate 120, respirations 54, and SpO₂ of 90%. You recognize:

• A) the need for immediate supplemental oxygen.
• B) appropriate vital signs for this infant.
• C) tachycardia and the possibility of shock.
• D) tachypnea and possible respiratory distress.

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Definitions:

Naturalistic Observation

A research method in which subjects are observed in their natural environment without any manipulation by the observer.

Introspection Technique

A method used in psychology involving self-observation and reporting of consciousness experiences, aimed at understanding mental states and processes.

Wundt

Wilhelm Wundt is considered the father of experimental psychology; he founded the first formal laboratory for psychological research at the University of Leipzig in 1879.

Tichener's Introspection

A method introduced by Edward Titchener involving the examination of one's own conscious thoughts and feelings, focusing on subjective sensations and emotions.