#1
Which part of the body is most commonly affected by traumatic brain injuries (TBI)?
#2
In the context of traumatic brain injuries, what does the acronym TBI stand for?
Total Body Inflammation
Traumatic Brain Injury
Thoracic Back Injury
Terminal Breathing Infection
#3
What is the Glasgow Coma Scale used for in assessing traumatic brain injuries?
Measuring blood pressure
Evaluating eye, verbal, and motor responses
Assessing spinal flexibility
Determining bone density
#4
Which of the following is a common symptom of a spinal cord injury?
Chest pain
Blurred vision
Difficulty breathing
Loss of sensation or movement
#5
Which of the following is a common cause of traumatic brain injuries in sports?
Dehydration
Muscle cramps
Concussions
Sunburn
#6
What is the recommended method for lifting a person with a suspected spinal injury?
Grabbing them under the arms and lifting
Lifting them by their legs
Placing hands under the armpits and pulling
Using a backboard and lifting as a unit
#7
Which healthcare professionals are commonly involved in the management of traumatic brain injuries?
Podiatrists
Cardiologists
Neurosurgeons
Gastroenterologists
#8
What is the purpose of a backboard in spinal immobilization?
To provide a comfortable surface for the patient
To restrict movement and prevent further spinal damage
To enhance flexibility
To speed up the recovery process
#9
What is the primary purpose of spinal immobilization in the context of trauma care?
To provide comfort to the patient
To prevent further damage to the spine
To speed up the recovery process
To increase blood circulation
#10
Which of the following is a potential complication of a severe traumatic brain injury?
Fever
Hypertension
Intracranial pressure
Healthy sleep patterns
#11
What is the role of a cervical collar in spinal immobilization?
To provide warmth to the neck
To restrict head movement
To enhance neck flexibility
To increase blood flow
#12
What is the primary difference between closed and open traumatic brain injuries?
Closed injuries involve an external wound, while open injuries do not.
Open injuries involve an external wound, while closed injuries do not.
Both involve external wounds.
Neither involves external wounds.
#13
Which of the following statements is true regarding secondary brain injury?
It occurs immediately after the trauma.
It is unrelated to the initial injury.
It develops over time after the initial injury.
It only affects the spinal cord.
#14
In the context of spinal immobilization, what does the term 'log-rolling' refer to?
A method of lifting the patient
A technique to assess eye movement
A method of securing the spine while turning the patient as a unit
A type of spinal injury