#1
Which part of the body is most commonly affected by traumatic brain injuries (TBI)?
Head
ExplanationTBI commonly affects the head.
#2
In the context of traumatic brain injuries, what does the acronym TBI stand for?
Traumatic Brain Injury
ExplanationTBI stands for Traumatic Brain Injury.
#3
What is the Glasgow Coma Scale used for in assessing traumatic brain injuries?
Evaluating eye, verbal, and motor responses
ExplanationIt assesses eye, verbal, and motor responses.
#4
Which of the following is a common symptom of a spinal cord injury?
Loss of sensation or movement
ExplanationCommon symptom: loss of sensation or movement.
#5
Which of the following is a common cause of traumatic brain injuries in sports?
Concussions
ExplanationConcussions are a common cause in sports.
#6
What is the recommended method for lifting a person with a suspected spinal injury?
Using a backboard and lifting as a unit
ExplanationUsing a backboard for lifting as a unit is recommended.
#7
Which healthcare professionals are commonly involved in the management of traumatic brain injuries?
Neurosurgeons
ExplanationNeurosurgeons are commonly involved.
#8
What is the purpose of a backboard in spinal immobilization?
To restrict movement and prevent further spinal damage
ExplanationBackboard restricts movement to prevent further damage.
#9
What is the primary purpose of spinal immobilization in the context of trauma care?
To prevent further damage to the spine
ExplanationIt aims to prevent further spinal damage.
#10
Which of the following is a potential complication of a severe traumatic brain injury?
Intracranial pressure
ExplanationA potential complication: intracranial pressure.
#11
What is the role of a cervical collar in spinal immobilization?
To restrict head movement
ExplanationCervical collar restricts head movement.
#12
What is the primary difference between closed and open traumatic brain injuries?
Open injuries involve an external wound, while closed injuries do not.
ExplanationOpen injuries have external wounds, while closed injuries don't.
#13
Which of the following statements is true regarding secondary brain injury?
It develops over time after the initial injury.
ExplanationSecondary brain injury develops over time.
#14
In the context of spinal immobilization, what does the term 'log-rolling' refer to?
A method of securing the spine while turning the patient as a unit
ExplanationLog-rolling secures the spine while turning.