PHTLS Exam Review | Prehospital Trauma Life Support Practice
Exam | Verified Solutions| Paramedic & EMT Certification
Prep A+
The Pre-Hospital Assessment Of The Trauma Patient Begins With Which Of The Following?
Select One:
A.
Assessment Of Scene Safety And Situation
B.
Information Provided By The Dispatcher
C.
The Initial Assessment
D.
The Primary Survey
Feedback
ANS: Information Provided By The Dispatcher
Patients With Suspected Traumatic Brain Injuries (Tbi) Are Susceptible To Secondary Injuries
Which Are Typically Preventable. In Addition To Hypoxia And Hypotension Which Of The
Following Can Also Decrease Cerebral Perfusion?
Select One:
, A.
Hypothermia
B.
Cerebral Vasodilation
C.
Increased Cardiac Output
D.
Inadvertent Or Excess Hyperventilation
ANS: Inadvertent Or Excess Hyperventilation
Approximately 20% Of All Child Abuse Is The Result Of Intentional Burning. The Majority Of The
Children Intentionally Burned Are Of What Age?
Select One:
A.
10 To 12 Years Of Age
B.
5 To 6 Years Of Age
C.