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What is kinetic energy (KE)? - ANSWER-KE equals 1/2 the mass (M) multiplied by the velocity squared. What is the Mnemonic for the Initial Assessment? - ANSWER-A = Airway with simultaneous cervical spine protection B = Breathing C = Circulation D = Disability (neurologic status) E = Expose/Environmental controls (remove clothing and keep the patient warm) What is the Mnemonic for the Secondary Assessment? - ANSWER-F = Full set of VS/Focused adjuncts (includes cardiac monitor, urinary ca...

Normal levels of intracranial pressure - ANSWER-0-15 What is CPP and what is the normal range? - ANSWER-Cerebral perfusion pressure- measure of how much blood is getting to the brain Range for brain to auto regulate: 50-160 Role of MAP in TBI - ANSWER-if CPP isn't in normal range than MAP provides profusion to brain If pt is hypotensive (<90 systolic) the MAP is not proficient then brain becomes ischemic If pt is hypertensive edema can result hypercarbia and perfusion in T...

TNCC Notes for Written Exam with Complete Solutions(rated A+) TNCC Notes for Written Exam with Complete Solutions(rated A+) TNCC Notes for Written Exam with Complete Solutions(rated A+) What is kinematics? - ANSWER-A branch of mechanics (energy transfer) that refers to motion and does not consider the concepts of force and mass of the object or body. What is Newton's First Law? - ANSWER-A body at rest will remain at rest. A body in motion will remain in motion until acted on by a...

What roles are vital to a trauma team - ANSWER-The patient Team leader-organize team/empower members core team-technical skills- airway/vascular access contingency and support survices- RT Characterisitcs of an effective team - ANSWER-dynamic interdependent adaptive common goal COMMUNICATION COOPERATION COORDINATION Kinematics - ANSWER-study of energy transfer as it applies to identifying actual or potential injuries Biomechanics - ANSWER-general study of forces and their...

Major cause of death 1-44 - ANSWER-Trauma: major cause of death for people ages 1-44 years Epidemiology: Unintentional injury is a leading cause of death across all age groups in the US - ANSWER-• 65+ falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths • 25-64: poisoning is the leading cause of death • 5-24: MVC leading cause of death • TBI: more for males, 0-4 highest rate of death Injury prevention: 3 E's - ANSWER-• Engineering: technological interventions (airbags, alarms...

What is kinetic energy (KE)? - ANSWER-KE equals 1/2 the mass (M) multiplied by the velocity squared. What is the Mnemonic for the Initial Assessment? - ANSWER-A = Airway with simultaneous cervical spine protection B = Breathing C = Circulation D = Disability (neurologic status) E = Expose/Environmental controls (remove clothing and keep the patient warm) What is the Mnemonic for the Secondary Assessment? - ANSWER-F = Full set of VS/Focused adjuncts (includes cardiac monitor, urinary ca...

What roles are vital to a trauma team? - ANSWER-1. Patient 2. Team leader 3. Core team 4. Contingency and support services What are the characteristics of an effective team? - ANSWER-1. Clear roles and responsibilities 2. Shared mental model 3. Optimize resources 4. Strong team leadership 5. Engage in regular discipline of feedback 6. Strong sense of collective trust and confidence 7. Create mechanisms to cooperate and coordinate 8. Manage and optimize performance outcomes 9. ...

Major cause of death 1-44 - ANSWER-Trauma: major cause of death for people ages 1-44 years Epidemiology: Unintentional injury is a leading cause of death across all age groups in the US - ANSWER-• 65+ falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths • 25-64: poisoning is the leading cause of death • 5-24: MVC leading cause of death • TBI: more for males, 0-4 highest rate of death Injury prevention: 3 E's - ANSWER-• Engineering: technological interventions (airbags, alarms...

1. Preparation and Triage 2. Primary Survery (ABCDE) with resuscitation adjuncts (F,G) 3. Reevaluation (consideration of transfer) 4. Secondary Survey (HI) with reevaluation adjuncts 5. Reevaluation and post resuscitation care 6. Definitive care of transfer to an appropriate trauma nurse - ANSWER-Initial Assessment 1. A- airway and Alertness with simultaneous cervical spinal stabilization 2. B- breathing and Ventilation 3. circulation and control of hemorrhage 4. D - disability (neur...

Trauma Nursing Process - TNP - TNCC 9th Ed with Complete SolutionsTrauma Nursing Process - TNP - TNCC 9th Ed with Complete SolutionsTrauma Nursing Process - TNP - TNCC 9th Ed with Complete Solutions What should you ask yourself after completing all of your interventions and reassessments? - ANSWER-Does this patient need to be transferred to another hospital, to surgery, or to critical care? What happens prior to patient arrival? 1-3 - ANSWER-1. Activate trauma team 2. Prepare trauma room ...