ATLS Module 1- Initial assessment and Mgmt Questions and Answers 2023

ATLS Module 1- Initial assessment and Mgmt Questions and Answers 2023 Prehospital phase Airway mx, breathing support, control of bleeding and shock, immbolization, transport to nearest appropriate facility (hopefully a trauma center) Primary Survey ABCDE with resuscitation adjuncts FG Secondary Survey a head-to-toe physical assessment; an additional assessment of a patient to determine the existence of any injuries other than those found in the primary survey Hospital Phase Ensure resusitation area Airway equipment Warmed IV crystalloid solutions Monitoring devices Protocol for requesting additional assistance Transfer Agreements Trauma members should wear standard precautions face mask, eye protection, water-impervious gown, and gloves ABCDE if primary survey airway ... Breathing ... Circulation Assessment of hemodynamics, blood volume, controlling bleeding. Disability Assess neuro function rapidly -Level of consciousness -Pupillary size and reaction -Lateralizing signs -SPinal cord injury Exposure Completely undress patient, but prevent hypothermia by putting on warming blankets A decrease in level of consciousness may indicate what? What should you do? may indicate a change in cerebral perfusion or a cerebral injury, re-evaluate the patient starting at A. 10 second assessment Introduce yourself Ask the patient their name Ask the patient what happened AMPLE history A Allergies (to food, medication or anything else) M Medications (OTC, prescription, herbal, recreational or supplemental) P Past medical history or pregnancy L Last meal: Oral intake (what was it and when) Menstrual period (female with abdominal pain) Bowel movement (any patient with abdominal pain) E Events leading to the episode/ Environment related to injury