#1
Which of the following is a primary goal during the initial assessment of a patient with head trauma?
Assessment of airway, breathing, and circulation
Assessment of neurological status
Assessment of motor function
Assessment of vision
#2
Which maneuver is commonly used to open the airway in a trauma patient?
Head tilt-chin lift
Jaw thrust maneuver
Cricoid pressure
Nasopharyngeal airway insertion
#3
What is the first step in managing a suspected spinal cord injury?
Immobilization of the spine
Administering pain medication
Performing a neurological assessment
Transporting the patient to the hospital
#4
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)?
Eye opening
Verbal response
Pain response
Motor response
#5
What is the purpose of the cervical spine collar in trauma patients?
To limit neck movement
To provide comfort
To improve breathing
To stabilize the chest
#6
What is the most common cause of head injury in elderly patients?
Motor vehicle accidents
Falls
Assault
Sports injuries
#7
Which of the following is a concerning finding in the context of a head injury assessment?
Posturing
Symmetrical pupil size
Responsive to verbal commands
Equal strength in all extremities
#8
Which of the following symptoms suggests a potential cervical spine injury?
Abdominal pain
Numbness and tingling in the legs
Neck pain and stiffness
Blurred vision
#9
What is the preferred method for assessing pupillary response in a patient with a head injury?
Direct visualization
Palpation
Penlight examination
Using an ophthalmoscope
#10
Which of the following is a potential complication of a traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
Peripheral neuropathy
Hypothyroidism
Post-traumatic epilepsy
Hypertension
#11
Which imaging modality is the most appropriate initial investigation for assessing a suspected spinal cord injury?
Computed tomography (CT) scan
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
X-ray
Ultrasound
#12
Which medication is commonly administered to reduce intracranial pressure in patients with head injuries?
Atropine
Dexamethasone
Mannitol
Epinephrine
#13
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of a spinal cord injury at the C7 level?
Quadriplegia
Paraplegia
Loss of function in the legs only
Loss of function in the arms and legs
#14
Which of the following statements about secondary brain injury is true?
It occurs at the time of impact
It is irreversible
It is preventable
It is always accompanied by primary injury