#1
Which of the following is NOT a component of the trauma triage criteria?
Injury Severity Score (ISS)
ExplanationISS is a measure of injury severity, not a triage criterion.
#2
Which of the following injuries is classified as a penetrating trauma?
Abdominal gunshot wound
ExplanationPenetrating traumas involve foreign objects entering the body.
#3
Which of the following is a primary goal of a trauma system?
To optimize patient outcomes through organized trauma care
ExplanationTrauma systems aim to enhance patient care and outcomes through coordinated efforts.
#4
What does the term 'multisystem trauma' refer to?
Injuries involving multiple body systems
ExplanationMultisystem trauma involves damage to more than one bodily system.
#5
Which of the following is a common mechanism of injury in spinal cord trauma?
Sport-related injuries
ExplanationSports activities often involve high-risk movements that can lead to spinal injuries.
#6
What is the primary purpose of a trauma center?
To offer specialized care for trauma patients
ExplanationTrauma centers provide specialized resources and expertise for optimal trauma care.
#7
What is the primary purpose of a 'trauma resuscitation unit'?
To stabilize critically injured patients
ExplanationThese units focus on immediate stabilization and assessment of severely injured patients.
#8
Which mechanism of injury is associated with a high risk of traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
Motor vehicle collision (MVC)
ExplanationMVCs often result in high-velocity impacts, increasing risk of TBI.
#9
What is the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score indicative of severe traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
GCS ≤ 8
ExplanationGCS scores of 8 or lower indicate severe impairment and likely TBI.
#10
In trauma systems, what is the purpose of the 'golden hour'?
To emphasize rapid prehospital care and transport
ExplanationThe golden hour stresses the critical importance of swift response and transport in trauma.
#11
Which of the following is a common mechanism of injury in pediatric trauma?
Falls
ExplanationFalls are a frequent cause of pediatric trauma due to developmental factors.
#12
What does the 'kinetic energy transfer' refer to in trauma?
The amount of force transferred to the body during a collision
ExplanationIt denotes the energy transferred to the body upon impact, influencing injury severity.
#13
Which of the following is a common cause of crush injuries in trauma?
Building collapse
ExplanationBuilding collapses can result in compression injuries, causing crush trauma.
#14
Which of the following is a common mechanism of injury in blast trauma?
Sudden acceleration
ExplanationBlast trauma often involves rapid changes in velocity causing injury.
#15
What does the acronym 'ABCDE' stand for in trauma management?
Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, Exposure
ExplanationABCDE represents the sequence of priority in trauma assessment and management.
#16
What is the purpose of the 'trauma registry'?
To track the outcomes of trauma patients over time
ExplanationTrauma registries monitor patient progress and outcomes for research and improvement.
#17
What is the significance of the 'crash injury research engineering network' (CIREN)?
It collects and analyzes crash-related data to improve vehicle safety
ExplanationCIREN aids in understanding crash dynamics and enhancing vehicle safety measures.