#1
Which of the following is NOT a component of the ABCDE approach in trauma assessment?
Airway
Bleeding
Circulation
Digestion
#2
In trauma management, the primary survey involves:
Comprehensive head-to-toe assessment
Assessment of past medical history
Detailed imaging studies
Intensive care unit admission
#3
What is the primary goal of trauma resuscitation?
Preventing infection
Maintaining tissue perfusion
Reducing pain
Preventing secondary injuries
#4
Which of the following is a common sign of traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
Polyuria
Bradycardia
Nystagmus
Hyperglycemia
#5
In trauma management, what does the 'D' in the ABCDE approach stand for?
Disability
Diagnosis
Debridement
Distension
#6
Which of the following is a potential complication of pelvic fractures?
Corneal abrasion
Pneumothorax
Hemothorax
Exsanguination
#7
Which scoring system is commonly used to assess the severity of traumatic brain injury?
APACHE II
Glasgow Coma Scale
Ramsay Sedation Scale
Rutherford Classification
#8
Which of the following is NOT a sign of potential spinal cord injury?
Paralysis
Urinary retention
Hyperreflexia
Bradycardia
#9
Which imaging modality is most commonly used to evaluate abdominal trauma?
Computed tomography (CT)
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Ultrasound
X-ray
#10
What is the first step in managing a patient with suspected tension pneumothorax?
Immediate needle decompression
Initiation of positive-pressure ventilation
Administration of intravenous fluids
Confirmation with chest X-ray
#11
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of a flail chest?
Paradoxical movement of the chest wall
Decreased breath sounds on the affected side
Hemoptysis
Pleural effusion
#12
A patient presents with severe hypotension, jugular venous distention, muffled heart sounds, and decreased breath sounds on the left side. What condition should be suspected?
Tension pneumothorax
Pericardial tamponade
Pulmonary contusion
Cardiac tamponade
#13
Which of the following is a common complication of traumatic long bone fractures?
Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)
Hypovolemic shock
Fat embolism syndrome
Hemothorax
#14
What is the purpose of a pelvic binder in the management of pelvic fractures?
To stabilize the pelvis and control bleeding
To prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
To immobilize the hip joint
To facilitate early ambulation
#15
What is the initial management approach for a patient with suspected traumatic cardiac arrest?
Immediate defibrillation
Chest compressions
Needle decompression
Rapid transport to the operating room
#16
Which of the following is a common complication of traumatic brain injury (TBI) in the acute phase?
Cerebral edema
Delayed intracranial hemorrhage
Neurogenic shock
Peripheral nerve injury
#17
What is the purpose of administering crystalloid fluids in the early resuscitation of trauma patients?
To maintain blood glucose levels
To correct electrolyte imbalances
To restore intravascular volume
To reduce intracranial pressure