CEUFast - Test Results_ Trauma_ Optimizing Survival Outcomes
The most common causes of mortality from trauma which are NOT preventable are:
The correct answer is: Cardiopulmonary arrest
The "golden hour" concept that stressed the relationship between timing and mortality following major t...
CEUFast - Test Results_ Trauma_ Optimizing Sur -
vival Outcomes 1.The most common causes of mortality from trauma which are NOT preventable are:
The correct answer is: Cardiopulmonary arrest
2.The "golden hour" concept that stressed the relationship between
timing and mortality following major trauma has proven true.
The correct answer is: False
3.As a healthcare provider, you receive a radio report from EMS con-
cerning an MVA with windshield damage. Potential associated injuries include all of the following, EXCEPT:
The correct answer is: Sternal and rib fractures
4.As a healthcare provider, you receive a radio report from EMS concerning a 65- year-old who fell 40 feet and landed on a cement sidewalk feet first. Potential
associated injuries include which of the following?
The correct answer is: A, C, D
5.All of the following are common causes of mortality from trauma, EX-
CEPT:
The correct answer is: Burns
6.Information provided by EMS per radio before arrival in the ED should include all of the following EXCEPT: The correct answer is: Vital signs including highest BP and lowest HR
7.Regardless of the ED setting or team composition, optimal care of
the trauma patient requires effective and efficient communication
and teamwork among all members.
(Correct) True
8.The primary survey consists of all of the following steps, EXCEPT:
(Correct) LEMON
9.After intubation of the trauma patient, it is important to:
The correct answer is: A, B, C, D
10.A single episode of hypotension in the trauma patient substan-
tially increases the likelihood that a serious injury has occurred and
increases mortality.
(Correct) True
11.Circulatory evaluation and management remain the critical first step in the treatment of any severely injured trauma patient.
The correct answer is: False
12. All of the following EX-
CEPT cause airway obstruction
in the trauma patient.
The correct answer is: Ventricular tachycardia
13.Signs and symptoms of respiratory distress include all of the following EXCEPT:
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