PHTLS Pre & Post Test/ 75 Qs with Certified
Ans/ 2024/25
In the management of shock, isotonic crystalloid solutions, such as Ringer's, are
preferred because:
A. The protein molecules in crystalloid solutions act as volume expanders
B. These fluids draw interstitial fluid into the vascular space to enhance volume
C. These solutions will stay in the vascular space longer than water solutions, such
as D5W
D. Their pH enhance oxygen delivery to the tissues - Answer: C. These solutions
will stay in the vascular space longer than water solutions, such as D5W
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,With respect to the distance of a fall, which of the following is a guideline for
determining a critical fall?
A. 3 times the height of the patient
B. 2 times the height of the patient
C. 5 times the height of the patient
D. 1 ½ times the height of the patient - Answer: A. 3 times the height of the
patient
The displacement of tissue away from the path of a projectile, both temporarily
and permanently, is known as:
A. Conization
B. Cavitation
C. Crepitation
D. Contusion - Answer: B. Cavitation
The single most important factor in determining the potential for injury due to
energy exchange is:
A. Mass of the bodies involved
B. Velocity of the bodies involved
C. Density of the tissues involved
D. Surface area of the impact involved - Answer: B. Velocity of the bodies involved
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, The phase of an explosion, or blast, in which hollow organs are squeezed and may
rupture is called the __________ phase.
A. Tertiary phase
B. Quaternary phase
C. Secondary phase
D. Primary phase - Answer: D. Primary phase
During the primary survey and management of a trauma patient, the E in ABCDE
stands for _________?
A. Edema
B. Eyes & ears
C. Expose/Environment
D. Electrical therapy - Answer: C. Expose/Environment
The time in which surgical intervention can make a difference in patient outcome
is the __________?
A. Golden period
B. Golden time
C. Golden era
D. Golden minutes - Answer: A. Golden period (hour)
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Ans/ 2024/25
In the management of shock, isotonic crystalloid solutions, such as Ringer's, are
preferred because:
A. The protein molecules in crystalloid solutions act as volume expanders
B. These fluids draw interstitial fluid into the vascular space to enhance volume
C. These solutions will stay in the vascular space longer than water solutions, such
as D5W
D. Their pH enhance oxygen delivery to the tissues - Answer: C. These solutions
will stay in the vascular space longer than water solutions, such as D5W
Page 1 of 28
,With respect to the distance of a fall, which of the following is a guideline for
determining a critical fall?
A. 3 times the height of the patient
B. 2 times the height of the patient
C. 5 times the height of the patient
D. 1 ½ times the height of the patient - Answer: A. 3 times the height of the
patient
The displacement of tissue away from the path of a projectile, both temporarily
and permanently, is known as:
A. Conization
B. Cavitation
C. Crepitation
D. Contusion - Answer: B. Cavitation
The single most important factor in determining the potential for injury due to
energy exchange is:
A. Mass of the bodies involved
B. Velocity of the bodies involved
C. Density of the tissues involved
D. Surface area of the impact involved - Answer: B. Velocity of the bodies involved
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, The phase of an explosion, or blast, in which hollow organs are squeezed and may
rupture is called the __________ phase.
A. Tertiary phase
B. Quaternary phase
C. Secondary phase
D. Primary phase - Answer: D. Primary phase
During the primary survey and management of a trauma patient, the E in ABCDE
stands for _________?
A. Edema
B. Eyes & ears
C. Expose/Environment
D. Electrical therapy - Answer: C. Expose/Environment
The time in which surgical intervention can make a difference in patient outcome
is the __________?
A. Golden period
B. Golden time
C. Golden era
D. Golden minutes - Answer: A. Golden period (hour)
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