North Carolina EMT State Practice Exam

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What should be done if there is a limb presentation?

Attempt delivery immediately
Call for emergency assistance
Go to the hospital ASAP
Wait for labor to progress

The correct answer is: Go to the hospital ASAP

In the case of a limb presentation, which occurs when an arm or leg of the fetus is coming out before the head during delivery, the situation poses significant risks to both the mother and the baby. Going to the hospital as soon as possible is critical in this scenario because specialized medical intervention is often necessary to ensure the safety of both parties. Transport to a medical facility allows for a monitored environment where trained obstetric personnel can manage the delivery appropriately, potentially through cesarean section or other medical procedures that are more complex than what can be handled in a non-hospital setting. Quick action helps in providing the required resources and expertise to address potential complications that arise from limb presentations, which can lead to cord prolapse or other delivery-related issues. While calling for emergency assistance could also be an appropriate response, the emphasis on reaching a hospital as quickly as possible underscores the urgency of medical intervention in this particular situation, ensuring that the mother and baby receive the best possible care right away.