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The prime determinants of cellular perfusion are? - ANSWER-the heart,
the fluid volume, the blood vessels, and the cells of the body
What are colloids? - ANSWER-fluid solution that contains molecules
(usually proteins) that are too large to pass out of the capillary
membrane, thus remain in the vascular compartment. Large protein give
it a very high osmolarity.
What are the classic S/S of anaphylactic shock? - ANSWER-hives,
itching, respiratory distress, airway obstruction, vasodilation erythema
(redness / flushing)
What are the classic signs of the inflammatory response? - ANSWER-
Rubor, Tumor, Dolor, Calor, Function loss
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What are the three primary PHTLS categories of shock? - ANSWER-
cardiogenic, distributive, hypovolemic
What is an IO? - ANSWER-the technique of administering fluids, blood
and blood products, and medications into the intraosseous space of a
long bone
What is apoptosis? - ANSWER-normal, genetically programed cell
death
What is blood tubing? - ANSWER-macrodrip administration set with
duel piercing spikes
What is left ventricular hypertrophy? - ANSWER-increase in the size of
the cells increasing the size of the left ventricle
What is normal saline? - ANSWER-isotonic, 0.9% sodium chloride
What is the most common cause of shock in the trauma patient? -
ANSWER-blood loss/ hypovolemia
What is used prehospital isotonic, hypertonic or hypotonic? - ANSWER-
isotonic
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When oxygen does not reach the cell, what happens to the cell? -
ANSWER-hypoxia
Internal Blood Loss: rib, radius or ulna, humerus, tibia or fubula, femur,
pelvis - ANSWER-rib: 125, radius or ulna: 250-500, humerus: 500-750,
tibia or fubula: 500-1000, femur: 1000-2000, pelvis: 1000-massive
osteomyelitis - ANSWER-In an open fracture, a bone punctures the skin
and the end can be contaminated with bacteria from the skin or
environment.
Contraindications to use of traction splint - ANSWER--suspected pelvic
fracture
-suspected femoral neck (hip) fracture
-avulsion or amputation of the ankle and foot
-suspected fractures adjacent to the knee
Rami fracture - ANSWER-Isolated fracture of the inferior or superior
rami which are generally minor and do not require surgical stabilization.
Acetabular fracture - ANSWER-These fractures occur when the head of
the femur is driven into the acetabulum of the pelvis.
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Pelvic ring fractures - ANSWER-Fractures of the pelvic ring are
typically classified into three categories. Life-threatening hemorrhage is
probably most common with vertical shear fractures, but it may be
associated with each type of pelvic ring fracture.
3 categories of pelvic ring fractures:
1. Lateral compression fractures
2. anterior-posterior compression fractures
3. vertical shear fractures - ANSWER-1. Lateral compression fractures-
occur when forces are applied to the lateral aspects.
2. anterior-posterior compression fractures- occur when forces are
applied in an anterior or posterior direction.
3. vertical shear fractures- (worst of all) occur when a vertical force is
applied to the hemi-pelvis. Blood vessels are often torn resulting in
severe hemorrhage.
How do you splint dislocations? - ANSWER-Splint dislocations in
"position found." However, when pulse is absent or weak, gentle
manipulation of the joint can be done to try to return blood flow.
Life takes precedence over limb - ANSWER-When faced with a
critically injured trauma PT with extremity injuries that are not bleeding,
the focus should be on maintaing vital functions through resuscitation,
and only limited measures should be taken to address the extremity
injuries.
PHTLS Pre-Test and Post Test Actual Exam Newest
2025-2026 / PHTLS Pre-Test and Post Test Exam
Preparation /PHTLS Pre-Test and Post Test Practice
Exam With 500 Complete Questions And Correct
Detailed Answers |Already Graded A+|Brand New
Version!!
The prime determinants of cellular perfusion are? - ANSWER-the heart,
the fluid volume, the blood vessels, and the cells of the body
What are colloids? - ANSWER-fluid solution that contains molecules
(usually proteins) that are too large to pass out of the capillary
membrane, thus remain in the vascular compartment. Large protein give
it a very high osmolarity.
What are the classic S/S of anaphylactic shock? - ANSWER-hives,
itching, respiratory distress, airway obstruction, vasodilation erythema
(redness / flushing)
What are the classic signs of the inflammatory response? - ANSWER-
Rubor, Tumor, Dolor, Calor, Function loss
,2|Page
What are the three primary PHTLS categories of shock? - ANSWER-
cardiogenic, distributive, hypovolemic
What is an IO? - ANSWER-the technique of administering fluids, blood
and blood products, and medications into the intraosseous space of a
long bone
What is apoptosis? - ANSWER-normal, genetically programed cell
death
What is blood tubing? - ANSWER-macrodrip administration set with
duel piercing spikes
What is left ventricular hypertrophy? - ANSWER-increase in the size of
the cells increasing the size of the left ventricle
What is normal saline? - ANSWER-isotonic, 0.9% sodium chloride
What is the most common cause of shock in the trauma patient? -
ANSWER-blood loss/ hypovolemia
What is used prehospital isotonic, hypertonic or hypotonic? - ANSWER-
isotonic
,3|Page
When oxygen does not reach the cell, what happens to the cell? -
ANSWER-hypoxia
Internal Blood Loss: rib, radius or ulna, humerus, tibia or fubula, femur,
pelvis - ANSWER-rib: 125, radius or ulna: 250-500, humerus: 500-750,
tibia or fubula: 500-1000, femur: 1000-2000, pelvis: 1000-massive
osteomyelitis - ANSWER-In an open fracture, a bone punctures the skin
and the end can be contaminated with bacteria from the skin or
environment.
Contraindications to use of traction splint - ANSWER--suspected pelvic
fracture
-suspected femoral neck (hip) fracture
-avulsion or amputation of the ankle and foot
-suspected fractures adjacent to the knee
Rami fracture - ANSWER-Isolated fracture of the inferior or superior
rami which are generally minor and do not require surgical stabilization.
Acetabular fracture - ANSWER-These fractures occur when the head of
the femur is driven into the acetabulum of the pelvis.
, 4|Page
Pelvic ring fractures - ANSWER-Fractures of the pelvic ring are
typically classified into three categories. Life-threatening hemorrhage is
probably most common with vertical shear fractures, but it may be
associated with each type of pelvic ring fracture.
3 categories of pelvic ring fractures:
1. Lateral compression fractures
2. anterior-posterior compression fractures
3. vertical shear fractures - ANSWER-1. Lateral compression fractures-
occur when forces are applied to the lateral aspects.
2. anterior-posterior compression fractures- occur when forces are
applied in an anterior or posterior direction.
3. vertical shear fractures- (worst of all) occur when a vertical force is
applied to the hemi-pelvis. Blood vessels are often torn resulting in
severe hemorrhage.
How do you splint dislocations? - ANSWER-Splint dislocations in
"position found." However, when pulse is absent or weak, gentle
manipulation of the joint can be done to try to return blood flow.
Life takes precedence over limb - ANSWER-When faced with a
critically injured trauma PT with extremity injuries that are not bleeding,
the focus should be on maintaing vital functions through resuscitation,
and only limited measures should be taken to address the extremity
injuries.
