ATLS Mid-Term Exam *Q&A* |Verified
Study Set| 2024/2025
Explain the concept of the "Golden Hour" in trauma care.
? The "Golden Hour" refers to the critical first hour after a traumatic injury when prompt
medical treatment significantly increases the chances of survival and positive outcomes....
Describe the management steps for a patient with suspected spinal cord injury.
? Management includes spinal stabilization, immobilization on a backboard, avoiding
movement, and monitoring neurological status while preparing for possible surgical intervention.
Identify the signs and symptoms of a tension pneumothorax.
? Signs include severe respiratory distress, tracheal deviation away from the affected side,
hyperresonance on percussion, and hypotension. These symptoms indicate a need for immediate
decompression.
What is the recommended approach to managing massive hemorrhage in trauma patients?
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, ? The recommended approach includes applying direct pressure to bleeding sites, using
tourniquets for extremity injuries, and initiating early fluid resuscitation with crystalloids and
blood products as needed.
Discuss the role of FAST (Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma) in trauma
assessment.
? FAST is a rapid ultrasound examination used to identify free fluid (usually blood) in the
abdominal cavity, assisting in the decision-making for further imaging or surgical intervention.
Explain how to perform a needle decompression for tension pneumothorax.
? Needle decompression is performed by inserting a large-bore needle (14-gauge or larger)
into the second intercostal space in the midclavicular line on the affected side, allowing trapped
air to escape.
What are the potential complications associated with rib fractures?
? Complications can include pneumothorax, hemothorax, pulmonary contusion, and
respiratory failure due to pain limiting effective ventilation.
Outline the management of a patient with a flail chest.
? Management includes providing supplemental oxygen, monitoring respiratory status,
administering pain control, and considering mechanical ventilation for respiratory failure.
Describe the criteria for performing a cricothyrotomy in an emergency setting.
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