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PHTLS 10th Edition 100% VERIFIED ANSWERS 2023/2024 EXAM GUARANTEED PASS
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PHTLS 10th Edition 100% VERIFIED ANSW ERS 2023/2024 EXAM 1. Which of the f ollowing requires you to develop a plan of action, initiate the plan, reassess the plan as care for the patient moves forward, and adjust the plan as the patient's condition or circumstances change? A. Principles of PHTLS B. The Golden Period C. The XABCDE assessment D. Critical thinking process Question 1: D To help achieve the PHTLS goals, you will apply your critical thinking skills in the field. Critical thinking in medicine is a process in which the healthcare practitioner assesses the situation, the patient, and the resources available and uses the information to decide on and provide the best care for the patient. 2. When using the XABCDE assessment, which of the following takes precedence over all other actions? A. Controlling severe bleeding from a limb or other compressible site B. Airway stabilization and assessing circulatory status C. Exposing the body to allow a thorough evaluation D. Ensuring adequate breathing Question 2: A The "X" placed before "ABCDE" in the primary survey refers to the ne ed to address exsanguinating hemorrhage immediately after establishing scene safety and before addressing airway. Severe exsanguinating hemorrhage, particularly arterial bleeding, has the potential to lead to loss of total or near total blood volume in a r elatively short period of time. 3. Which of the following is the basis on which a patient's chance of survival is maximized? A. Preferences B. Phases C. Principles D. Transport Question 3: C The science of medicine provides the principles of medical care. Simply stated, principles define the duties required of the prehospital care practitioner in optimizing patient survival and outcome. 4. Which of the following is a goal of the Golden Period? A. Provide written documentation from field care to receiving h ospital. B. Expedite the field care and transport of the patient. C. Use a team approach for optimal patient care. D. Use the XABCDE approach to patient assessment. Question 4: B One of your most importantresponsibilities as a prehospital carepractitioner is to spend as little time onthe scene as possible and expedite yourfield care and transport of the patient.Studies show that the time from injuryto arrival at the appropriate site fordefinitive care is critical to survival. 1. You are called to the scene of a possible mass casualty motor vehicle collision on the highway. Once you arrive on scene, what is your first priority? A. Immediately begin triaging patients. B. Treat the patient with the most visible blood loss. C. Determine the need for additional resources. D. Assess the scene and ensure it is safe. Question 1: D Ensure safety for responders, bystanders, and patient(s). The first consideration when approaching any scene is the safety of all emergency responders. When EMS personnel become victims, t hey not only can no longer assist others, but also add to the number of patients. 2. A trauma patient from the highway incident is holding her right arm, and you note a significant amount of blood steadily flowing from a long gash. This is an example of wh at type of hemorrhage? A. Capillary bleeding B. Venous bleeding C. Arterial bleeding D. Road rash Question 2: B Venous bleeding typically results in a steady flow of dark red blood. 3. What is the best way to control the bleeding? A. Direct pressure B. Ele vation of the arm above the heart C. Tourniquet D. Occlusive dressing Question 3: A With venous bleeds, direct pressure isusually sufficient to stop the flow. 4. The patient is wearing long sleeves, and you are having trouble visualizing the wound. What should you do? A. Cut the cloth away from the site until the entire wound site is visible.The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
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