Final ATLS Exam Review Questions and
Answers |100% Correct| 2024/2025
Latest Version!!
What are the initial steps in the management of a trauma patient with suspected spinal injury?
Stabilize the spine using a cervical collar, assess neurological function, and avoid
unnecessary movement w...
Final ATLS Exam Review Questions and
Answers |100% Correct| 2024/2025
Latest Version!!
What are the initial steps in the management of a trauma patient with suspected spinal injury?
Stabilize the spine using a cervical collar, assess neurological function, and avoid
unnecessary movement while preparing for imaging.
How is a tension pneumothorax diagnosed?
Diagnosis is made based on clinical signs such as tracheal deviation, respiratory distress, and
decreased breath sounds on the affected side, along with hypotension.
Which of the following signs indicates that a patient may have suffered from a traumatic brain
injury?
A) Bradycardia
B) Altered level of consciousness
C) Elevated blood pressure
D) Normal pupil size
B) Altered level of consciousness
What is the primary goal of the primary survey in trauma management?
The primary goal is to identify and treat life-threatening conditions as quickly as possible,
ensuring that airway, breathing, circulation, and disability are addressed.
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,Discuss the importance of rapid fluid resuscitation in hemorrhagic shock.
Rapid fluid resuscitation is crucial for restoring intravascular volume, improving organ
perfusion, and preventing irreversible shock.
What imaging study is preferred for evaluating suspected intra-abdominal injuries in trauma
patients?
A) X-ray
B) MRI
C) CT scan
D) Ultrasound
C) CT scan
Explain the role of a chest tube in the management of a hemothorax.
A chest tube is inserted to drain blood and air from the pleural space, allowing the lung to re-
expand and improving respiratory function.
What vital signs would indicate the presence of shock in a trauma patient?
Signs of shock may include tachycardia, hypotension, altered mental status, and decreased
urine output.
Which of the following is an essential step when treating a patient with a suspected pelvic
fracture?
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, A) Immediate surgery
B) Application of a pelvic binder
C) Administering high-flow oxygen
D) Initiating IV fluids
B) Application of a pelvic binder
How should healthcare providers evaluate a patient for potential airway obstruction?
Providers should assess for signs of stridor, altered mental status, inability to speak, and
visible foreign bodies, while also performing a thorough airway examination.
Describe the method used to perform a needle decompression in cases of tension pneumothorax.
A large-bore needle (14-gauge or larger) is inserted into the second intercostal space at the
midclavicular line on the affected side to relieve pressure.
What assessment findings are indicative of aortic injury in trauma patients?
A) Decreased heart rate
B) Absent peripheral pulses
C) Hypotension and chest pain
D) All of the above
C) Hypotension and chest pain
What are the key considerations for managing a patient with a suspected abdominal injury?
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