PHTLS - Post Test, 8th Edition Exam Question's And Answers

PHTLS - Post Test, 8th Edition Exam Question's And Answers 100% Verified. Care of the trauma patient in the field is an evolving science and should be evidence-based. As lifelong learners, we must be prepared to adapt our practices based on research. This is because research may lead to, what? - ANS changes in our current practices (p.11) In trauma care, a 'principle' is defined as, what? - ANS what needs to be done (p.34) In addition to oxygen, what is required to maintain the metabolic processes of life and energy production? - ANS glucose You respond for a patient who has sustained a GSW to the right upper thorax. He is barely responsive, pale, and diaphoretic. What device is most appropriate for transport? - ANS scoop stretcher Units responding to a motor vehicle accident on the highway should consider what, as part of their pre-arrival assessment? - ANS weather conditions The most appropriate airway maneuver for trauma patients is what technique? - ANS jaw thrust maneuver Endo-tracheal in-tubation is a technique that requires, what? - ANS substantial training, to maintain proficiency What indicates that a trauma patient is having trouble breathing? - ANS the patient's breathing is noticeable A patient presents with, a blunt trauma injury to the chest. On exam, he has absent breath sounds on one side of his chest and respiratory distress. Which additional sign would indicate that the patient has a tension pneumo-thorax? - ANS hemo-dynamic compromise (proper blood flow is being prevented)