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PHTLS pre test 8th editionYou arrive at the scene of a motor vehicle collision in which a vehicle struck a
tree. Which is the best indicator of potential injury?
-circumference of vehicle
-diameter of the tree
-mass of the vehicle
-speed of the vehicle - CORRECT ANSWER-speed of the vehicle
the potential for death or serious injury is greatest in which of the following motor
vehicle collisions?
-down and under
-ejection from vehicle
-lateral compression
-up and over - CORRECT ANSWER-ejection from vehicle
bilateral femur fractures are most often associated with which type of motorcycle
crash? - CORRECT ANSWER-head-on impact
what is the preferred fluid for resuscitation of hemorrhagic shock in the
prehospital setting? - CORRECT ANSWER-lactated ringers
what is the most common cause of upper airway obstruction in the trauma
patient? - CORRECT ANSWER-tongue
what is the preferred adjunct device for verifying placement of an ET tub in a
patient with a perfusing rhythm? - CORRECT ANSWER-end-tidal CO2
monitoring
what is the most important reason to maintain an open airway in the trauma
patient? - CORRECT ANSWER-prevents hypoxemia and hypercarbia
essential airway skills include manual clearing of the airway, manual maneuvers,
suctioning and what? - CORRECT ANSWER-oropharyngeal airway
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