TNCC Written Exam Questions And Answers

What is the best measure of the adequacy of cellular perfusion and helps predict the outcome of resuscitation? - Answer Base deficit used in conjunction with serum lactate Will hypocapnia cause vasoconstriction or vasodilation, especially in the cerebral vasculature? - Answer Vasoconstriction What results from tissue hypo perfusion and oxygen deficit? - Answer Metabolic acidosis What type of shock results in generalized vasodilation? - Answer Neurogenic shock Spinal cord injuries at C3-C5 causes loss of what nerves function, resulting in what? - Answer Phrenic nerve; paralyzed diaphragm and inability to breath Extremity elevation AT the level of the heart is beneficial for what type of injury? - Answer Compartment Syndrome What is a high risk of frostbite? - Answer Thrombus formation What two medications can be administered to maintain perfusion after a frostbite injury along with rewarming? - Answer Tissue plasminogen activator or non steroidal anti-inflammatory medication (NSAIDS) An rise in diastolic blood pressures is a sign of increasing what? - Answer Peripheral resistance What position will benefit the airway and work of breathing for the bariatric patient? - Answer Reverse Trendelenburg Which phase of a blast results from flying debris, projectiles, and bomb fragments causing lacerations or penetrating injuries? - Answer Secondary Phase What phase of a blast results from any explosion-related illness or injury including hyperglycemia, hypertension, angina, asthma, COPD, or sepsis? - Answer Quaternary Phase What phase of a blast results from individuals being thrown by the blast and impacting walls, ground, or any hard object? - Answer Tertiary Phase What phase of a blast results from impact of the over and under pressurization wave with body surfaces. Injuries include blast lung, tympanic membrane rupture, abdominal hemorrhage, globe rupture, and mild traumatic brain injury? - Answer Primary Phase