You Respond to a Call for a Patient in Active

question 48

Multiple Choice

You respond to a call for a patient in active labor with her second child.Your interview with the patient shows that she is 40 weeks pregnant and has been in active labor for several hours.You determine that her vital signs are all within normal limits.After your physical exam,you determine the baby is crowning.You should next:

• A) begin transport and plan to deliver in the ambulance.
• B) prepare to deliver the baby on-scene.
• C) delay delivery until arrival at the hospital.
• D) contact medical direction for orders.

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