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PHTLS 10th EditionExam Questions
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Denning [Date] [Course title]
, 1. Which of the following requires you to develop a plan of action, initiate the plan, reassess the plan as
care for the patient moves forward, and adjust the plan as the patient's condition or circumstances
change?
A. Principles of PHTLS
B. The Golden Period
C. The XABCDE assessment
D. Critical thinking process - Answer: Question 1: D
To help achieve the PHTLS goals, you will apply your critical thinking skills in the field. Critical thinking in
medicine is a process in which the healthcare practitioner assesses the situation, the patient, and the
resources available and uses the information to decide on and provide the best care for the patient.
2. When using the XABCDE assessment, which of the following takes precedence over all other actions?
A. Controlling severe bleeding from a limb or other compressible site
B. Airway stabilization and assessing circulatory status
C. Exposing the body to allow a thorough evaluation
D. Ensuring adequate breathing - Answer: Question 2: A
The "X" placed before "ABCDE" in the primary survey refers to the need to address exsanguinating
hemorrhage immediately after establishing scene safety and before addressing airway. Severe
exsanguinating hemorrhage, particularly arterial bleeding, has the potential to lead to loss of total or
near total blood volume in a relatively short period of time.
3. Which of the following is the basis on which a patient's chance of survival is maximized?
A. Preferences
B. Phases
C. Principles
D. Transport - Answer: Question 3: C
The science of medicine provides the principles of medical care. Simply stated, principles define the
duties required of the prehospital care practitioner in optimizing patient survival and outcome.
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