ITLS Exam 2023 Questions With Correct Answers

Upon arrival at a trauma scene, you should complete a(n) - Answers Scene Size-up pg 2 Prolonged scene times may reflect: - Answers Ineffective team collaboration pg 34 Which of the following indicates a state of hyperventilation? - Answers An end tidal CO2 level less than 30 mmHG pg 79 A 23 year old female fell from a 2nd floor balcony. Upon arrival, you find her lying in the grass. She responds to verbal commands and your assessment reveals flat neck veins, & normal chest/abdomen/pelvic examinations. Vital signs are: BP 74/40, P 54 & Weak, and R 16. You should suspect: - Answers Relative hypovolemic (high-space) shock pg 161 An unresponsive 34 y/o female was struck by a vehicle. You observe Asymmetrical chest wall movement with a flail segment on the right. Following delegation of c-spine control and opening the airway, you should? - Answers Stabilize the chest wall pg 131 Which of the following regarding PT positioning for external jugular cannulation is Incorrect? - Answers Elevate the head to distend the vein and prevent air embolism. pg 178 Which of the following set of vital signs is most compatible with a diagnosis of isolated traumatic brain injury with increasing ICP? - Answers BP 170/100, P 50 pg 193 Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding spinal motion restriction? - Answers Neck traction should be applied to extend the neck upward during cervical collar application pg 219 A 15 y/o male was stabbed and has an abdominal evisceration. The PT is A/O, BP 112/68, P 94, R18. You should? - Answers Prepare PT for transport & establish vascular access during transport. pg 259 A 33yo female's leg was trapped in a piece of industrial equipment and has been extricated. She is now complaining of secure lower leg pain. PT is A/O with no signs of external hemorrhage. Vital signs are: BP 132/78, P 96, R 20. Which of the following is indicated? - Answers Administer pain medication pg 274 Establishing vascular access on scene is indicated: - Answers To administer medication pg 311 Which of the following changes is most useful to monitor in the child with head injury? - Answers Level of consciousness pg342 In the geriatric PT, which of the following findings is most likely caused by an acute injury? - Answers Hypotension pg 353 A 31yo female was the restrained driver of a vehicle that hit a utility pole at moderate speed. The drivers side airbag deployed. She is A/O & anxious. She reports that she is 8mo pregnant and complain of abdominal, chest and lower extremity pain. Her vital signs are BP 100/60, P 90, R 20. Your impression and interventions are: - Answers Early signs of shock. Treat with O2, fluid administration, at "keep open" rate. pg363 A disoriented 23yo male is injured in a motorcycle collision. The PT appears to be intoxicated and does not want medical attention despite a large laceration on his scalp, which is actively bleeding. You should: - Answers Treat him as a head injury PT pg373