ITLS Advanced Post Test 9th Ed. Remembered Questions Answered Correctly – Expert Verified

ITLS Advanced Post Test 9 th Ed. Remembered Questions Answered Correctly – Expert Verified As ICP increases, what does systolic BP do? increases A burn is still hot to the touch. How should you treat it? Apply clean water for 5 -10 minutes before bandaging Can hypovolemic (high -space) shock occur without any obvious trauma? YES! Internal bleeding is a big concern Does abdominal evisceration indicate a need for immediate transport? YES! Do everything dur ing transport (IV, bandaging, etc.) Do you wanted to establish IV access for a burn patient on scene or during transport? On scene. Ensures you will get it so you can start fluids and pain management. How do you calculate ideal ET tube depth? Depth at the teeth should be 3x the ET tube size How do you position the patient and their head when attempting an external jugular IV? Supine with no head elevation. Head turned to the appropriate side How should a pregnant patient on a backboard be transport? Left lateral recumbent, tilting the board 15 -30 degrees so the patient is slightly on their left side How should burns be dressed? Dry, sterile dressings Hypotension in a geriatric patient can indicate what? Acute injury If you are exposed to a contaminant, how soon should you seek treatment? Within hours of exposure A pediatric patient has been hit by a car. Pt presents with nasal flaring, fast/shallow respirations, and a weak, slow pulse. What kind of support does the patient NEED? Ventilatory support A pediatric patient has grunting respirations. What should be given? Ventilatory support with oxygen Prolonged scene times are often related to what factor? Ineffective team collaboration