#1
Which of the following is not a primary survey step in trauma care?
Disability assessment
ExplanationAssessment of disability is part of the secondary survey in trauma care.
#2
What is the first action to take in managing a suspected spinal cord injury?
Immobilize the patient
ExplanationImmobilization helps prevent further damage to the spinal cord.
#3
Which of the following is the most common cause of traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
Falls
ExplanationFalls are a leading cause of traumatic brain injuries.
#4
What is the primary goal of splinting in trauma management?
To immobilize the injured area
ExplanationSplinting helps stabilize and prevent further injury to the affected area.
#5
Which of the following is a characteristic sign of a flail chest?
Paradoxical chest movement
ExplanationParadoxical chest movement occurs due to multiple rib fractures.
#6
What is the recommended treatment for a suspected tension pneumothorax?
Needle decompression
ExplanationNeedle decompression helps relieve pressure in the chest due to tension pneumothorax.
#7
What does the acronym ABCDE stand for in trauma management?
Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, Exposure
ExplanationABCDE represents the sequence of steps in the primary survey of trauma care.
#8
Which of the following is not a sign of hypovolemic shock?
Bradycardia
ExplanationBradycardia is not typically associated with hypovolemic shock.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a sign of tension pneumothorax?
Bradycardia
ExplanationBradycardia is not typically associated with tension pneumothorax.
#10
What is the most appropriate fluid for resuscitation in a patient with hemorrhagic shock?
Lactated Ringer's solution
ExplanationLactated Ringer's solution is commonly used for fluid resuscitation in hemorrhagic shock.
#11
What is the primary mechanism of injury in a traumatic aortic rupture?
Deceleration injury
ExplanationA rapid deceleration can cause the aorta to tear at points of fixation.
#12
What is the most common cause of death in patients with severe traumatic brain injury?
Cerebral herniation
ExplanationCerebral herniation is a fatal consequence of increased intracranial pressure.
#13
What is the recommended initial treatment for an open fracture in the field?
Irrigation with saline
ExplanationSaline irrigation helps reduce the risk of infection in an open fracture.
#14
What is the most common cause of death in the prehospital phase of trauma care?
Hemorrhage
ExplanationUncontrolled bleeding is a major cause of death before reaching medical facilities.
#15
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)?
Pupil size
ExplanationPupil size is not directly assessed in the Glasgow Coma Scale.
#16
Which of the following is NOT a component of the primary survey in trauma care?
Assessment of consciousness
ExplanationAssessment of consciousness is part of the secondary survey in trauma care.
#17
Which of the following is a common complication of traumatic spinal cord injuries?
Autonomic dysreflexia
ExplanationAutonomic dysreflexia is a potentially life-threatening complication of spinal cord injuries.