SOAL POST TEST ATLS
Question 1
Which of the following is the first step in the primary survey of a trauma patient
according to ATLS guidelines?
A. Airway assessment and management
B. Assessment of breathing and ventilation
C. Rapid trauma assessment
D. Circulation assessment and management
Answer: A. Airway assessment and management
,Question 2
In trauma care, what is the primary purpose of performing a focused assessment
with sonography for trauma (FAST)?
A. To identify rib fractures
B. To detect free fluid in the abdomen or thorax
C. To evaluate for head injuries
D. To assess for soft tissue injuries
Answer: B. To detect free fluid in the abdomen or thorax
Question 3
Which of the following is a contraindication for performing endotracheal intubation
in a trauma patient?
A. Suspected cervical spine injury
B. GCS score of 8 or less
C. Severe facial trauma
D. Respiratory distress
Answer: A. Suspected cervical spine injury
Question 4
What is the recommended management for a patient with a suspected tension
pneumothorax?
A. Administer supplemental oxygen
B. Insert a chest tube
C. Perform needle decompression
D. Start intravenous fluids
Answer: C. Perform needle decompression
,Question 5
Which of the following is NOT a component of the ATLS secondary survey?
A. Detailed head-to-toe physical examination
B. Review of medical history
C. Reassessment of vital signs
D. Initiation of surgical interventions
Answer: D. Initiation of surgical interventions
Question 6
What is the initial fluid resuscitation recommendation for a trauma patient with signs
of hypovolemic shock?
A. Administer hypertonic saline
B. Start with crystalloids, such as normal saline or Lactated Ringer’s solution
C. Administer blood products immediately
D. Restrict fluid intake until further tests are done
Answer: B. Start with crystalloids, such as normal saline or Lactated Ringer’s solution
Question 7
Which imaging modality is most commonly used in the ATLS protocol to assess for
intra-abdominal injuries?
A. MRI
B. CT scan
C. X-ray
D. Ultrasound
Answer: B. CT scan
, Question 8
What is the primary goal of the secondary survey in trauma management?
A. To identify and manage life-threatening injuries
B. To perform a rapid triage of multiple patients
C. To obtain a comprehensive assessment of all injuries and medical history
D. To stabilize the patient’s airway
Answer: C. To obtain a comprehensive assessment of all injuries and medical history
Question 9
Which of the following injuries is most likely to be detected by a rapid trauma
assessment?
A. Stable spinal cord injury
B. Minor contusions
C. Hidden internal bleeding
D. Non-displaced fractures
Answer: C. Hidden internal bleeding
Question 10
In the context of ATLS, what is the primary purpose of initiating early surgical
consultation?
A. To determine the need for antibiotics
B. To expedite definitive care for critical injuries
C. To arrange for long-term rehabilitation
D. To plan for patient discharge
Answer: B. To expedite definitive care for critical injuries
Question 1
Which of the following is the first step in the primary survey of a trauma patient
according to ATLS guidelines?
A. Airway assessment and management
B. Assessment of breathing and ventilation
C. Rapid trauma assessment
D. Circulation assessment and management
Answer: A. Airway assessment and management
,Question 2
In trauma care, what is the primary purpose of performing a focused assessment
with sonography for trauma (FAST)?
A. To identify rib fractures
B. To detect free fluid in the abdomen or thorax
C. To evaluate for head injuries
D. To assess for soft tissue injuries
Answer: B. To detect free fluid in the abdomen or thorax
Question 3
Which of the following is a contraindication for performing endotracheal intubation
in a trauma patient?
A. Suspected cervical spine injury
B. GCS score of 8 or less
C. Severe facial trauma
D. Respiratory distress
Answer: A. Suspected cervical spine injury
Question 4
What is the recommended management for a patient with a suspected tension
pneumothorax?
A. Administer supplemental oxygen
B. Insert a chest tube
C. Perform needle decompression
D. Start intravenous fluids
Answer: C. Perform needle decompression
,Question 5
Which of the following is NOT a component of the ATLS secondary survey?
A. Detailed head-to-toe physical examination
B. Review of medical history
C. Reassessment of vital signs
D. Initiation of surgical interventions
Answer: D. Initiation of surgical interventions
Question 6
What is the initial fluid resuscitation recommendation for a trauma patient with signs
of hypovolemic shock?
A. Administer hypertonic saline
B. Start with crystalloids, such as normal saline or Lactated Ringer’s solution
C. Administer blood products immediately
D. Restrict fluid intake until further tests are done
Answer: B. Start with crystalloids, such as normal saline or Lactated Ringer’s solution
Question 7
Which imaging modality is most commonly used in the ATLS protocol to assess for
intra-abdominal injuries?
A. MRI
B. CT scan
C. X-ray
D. Ultrasound
Answer: B. CT scan
, Question 8
What is the primary goal of the secondary survey in trauma management?
A. To identify and manage life-threatening injuries
B. To perform a rapid triage of multiple patients
C. To obtain a comprehensive assessment of all injuries and medical history
D. To stabilize the patient’s airway
Answer: C. To obtain a comprehensive assessment of all injuries and medical history
Question 9
Which of the following injuries is most likely to be detected by a rapid trauma
assessment?
A. Stable spinal cord injury
B. Minor contusions
C. Hidden internal bleeding
D. Non-displaced fractures
Answer: C. Hidden internal bleeding
Question 10
In the context of ATLS, what is the primary purpose of initiating early surgical
consultation?
A. To determine the need for antibiotics
B. To expedite definitive care for critical injuries
C. To arrange for long-term rehabilitation
D. To plan for patient discharge
Answer: B. To expedite definitive care for critical injuries
