AIR METHODS CC PARAMEDIC EXAM (ACTUAL 2025/2026) 82
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
ABG - PH
7.35-7.45 mm HG
ABG - PaCO2 range 35-45 mm HG
OB: Gestational hypertension - TX?
Treat with:
-Beta Blockers like Labetalol -Arterial vasodilators like Hydrolozine -Consider seizure prophylaxis like 4G Mag over 20 min
OB: Pre-eclampsia - S/S & TX?
S/S = HTN with edema, neuro changes and clonus
TX = -Beta Blockers like Labetalol -Arterial vasodilators like Hydrolozine -Consider seizure prophylaxis like 4G Mag over 20 min (Delivery is only option to stop condition)
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OB: Pre-eclampsia - severe S/S?
BP >160/100 Pulmonary edema Platelets under 100k Headache/ vision changes RUQ pain Proteins in urine
OB: Eclampsia - S/S & TX?
S/S - HTN with seizures TX - Magnesium -4G bolus over 2 minutes; 2G Mag bolus if already administered. Consider Midazolam (2-5mg IM) if seizure continues
OB: Placenta Previa - S/S?
Painless, bright red bleeding No significant findings on abdomen exam
OB: Abruptio Placentae - S/S & TX?
Caused by Trauma, HTN, ETOH/drugs
S/S = tearing, abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding. In severe cases, hemorrhagic shock and rigid abdomen
TX = 100% O2 NRB, 2 IV's with volume replacement. Consider 4G Mag or steroid 2 / 3
OB: Uterine Rupture - S/S and TX?
S/S = sharp pain, hypovolemic chock, distention and possible bleeding
TX = LLR, 100% O2, IV's and 4G Mag bolus
OB: Prolapsed cord - TX
Knees to chest, don't push, 100% O2, Keep cord moist, consider manual displacement if needed. Consider Nitro infusion of 2ug/min or 4G Mag bolus
OB: Name the delivery presentations
Cephalic, vertex - normal presentation Cephalic, face - head down, posterior, head not flexed Complete breech - feet first, indian style Incomplete breech - one foot presenting Transverse - (non deliverable) Butt first or sideways
OB: Vitals at birth?
RR - 30-60
HR - 100-160
SBP - 50-70
BGC - over 70
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