#1
Which of the following is a common symptom of a head injury?
Nausea and vomiting
Decreased heart rate
Increased appetite
Clear vision
#2
What is the first step in managing a spinal injury?
Immobilization
Transportation
Assessment of consciousness
Administration of pain medication
#3
Which of the following is a common cause of head injuries in EMS?
Motor vehicle accidents
Excessive sleep
Watching TV
Eating a meal
#4
What is the term for a head injury where the skull is fractured but there is no penetration of the brain?
Closed head injury
Open head injury
Concussion
Contusion
#5
What is the Glasgow Coma Scale used for?
To measure blood pressure
To assess consciousness
To diagnose fractures
To determine oxygen saturation
#6
Which of the following is a common sign of a cervical spine injury?
Bruising on the lower back
Pain in the upper thigh
Tenderness in the neck
Numbness in the toes
#7
What is the most common cause of traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
Sports injuries
Falls
Gunshot wounds
Drowning
#8
Which of the following actions is NOT recommended when managing a suspected head injury?
Removing the helmet
Maintaining an open airway
Checking for signs of consciousness
Immobilizing the neck
#9
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a spinal injury?
Loss of sensation
Inability to move extremities
Increased flexibility
Loss of bladder or bowel control
#10
Which of the following statements about concussions is true?
They always involve loss of consciousness
They only occur in contact sports
Symptoms may not appear immediately
They only affect the elderly
#11
In the context of spinal cord injuries, what does 'tetraplegia' refer to?
Paralysis of the lower body
Paralysis of all four limbs
Partial paralysis of one side of the body
Difficulty breathing
#12
Which of the following is a common complication of untreated spinal cord injuries?
Hypertension
Hypothermia
Urinary incontinence
Vision loss
#13
What is the recommended position for a patient with a suspected spinal injury?
Sitting upright
Lying flat on the back
On the side with knees bent
Standing with support
#14
Which of the following is a potential complication of a cervical spine injury?
Rapid heart rate
Difficulty swallowing
Elevated blood sugar levels
Decreased blood pressure