ATLS
Instructor Course
READINESS ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Q&S
©2024/2025
,1. When instructing an ATLS Student Course, which of the
following is the most critical element to emphasize during
the primary survey?
A) Airway maintenance with cervical spine protection
B) Breathing and ventilation
C) Circulation with hemorrhage control
D) Disability: Neurological status
Correct Answer: A
2. In the context of ATLS, what does the 'golden hour' refer
to?
A) The first hour after a traumatic event when the highest
level of care is required
B) The hour during which the risk of death is highest
without medical intervention
C) The optimal time frame for teaching trauma
management techniques
D) The period when a trauma patient should be
transferred to a higher level of care
Correct Answer: A
3. Which educational technique is recommended for
teaching the systematic approach of ATLS to students?
A) Lecture-based learning
B) Problem-based learning
C) Simulation-based learning
D) Video demonstration
Correct Answer: C
4. During an ATLS course, how should an instructor correct
a student who performs a procedure incorrectly?
©2024/2025
, A) Immediately interrupt and demonstrate the correct
method
B) Wait until the procedure is completed before providing
feedback
C) Provide a detailed explanation of the consequences of
incorrect performance
D) Encourage self-assessment and peer feedback before
intervening
Correct Answer: A
5. What is the primary goal of the ATLS Student Course?
A) To ensure all students pass the end-of-course exam
B) To provide a standardized approach to trauma care
C) To certify students as trauma surgeons
D) To focus on advanced surgical techniques
Correct Answer: B
6. Which of the following best describes the ATLS principle
of 'treat first what kills first'?
A) Addressing the most life-threatening conditions with
immediate interventions
B) Prioritizing surgical interventions over medical
management
C) Focusing on long-term rehabilitation from the outset
D) Teaching the importance of detailed medical history
taking
Correct Answer: A
7. How often is the ATLS Student Course content updated
by the American College of Surgeons?
A) Annually
B) Every two years
C) Every four years
©2024/2025
Instructor Course
READINESS ASSESSMENT GUIDE
Q&S
©2024/2025
,1. When instructing an ATLS Student Course, which of the
following is the most critical element to emphasize during
the primary survey?
A) Airway maintenance with cervical spine protection
B) Breathing and ventilation
C) Circulation with hemorrhage control
D) Disability: Neurological status
Correct Answer: A
2. In the context of ATLS, what does the 'golden hour' refer
to?
A) The first hour after a traumatic event when the highest
level of care is required
B) The hour during which the risk of death is highest
without medical intervention
C) The optimal time frame for teaching trauma
management techniques
D) The period when a trauma patient should be
transferred to a higher level of care
Correct Answer: A
3. Which educational technique is recommended for
teaching the systematic approach of ATLS to students?
A) Lecture-based learning
B) Problem-based learning
C) Simulation-based learning
D) Video demonstration
Correct Answer: C
4. During an ATLS course, how should an instructor correct
a student who performs a procedure incorrectly?
©2024/2025
, A) Immediately interrupt and demonstrate the correct
method
B) Wait until the procedure is completed before providing
feedback
C) Provide a detailed explanation of the consequences of
incorrect performance
D) Encourage self-assessment and peer feedback before
intervening
Correct Answer: A
5. What is the primary goal of the ATLS Student Course?
A) To ensure all students pass the end-of-course exam
B) To provide a standardized approach to trauma care
C) To certify students as trauma surgeons
D) To focus on advanced surgical techniques
Correct Answer: B
6. Which of the following best describes the ATLS principle
of 'treat first what kills first'?
A) Addressing the most life-threatening conditions with
immediate interventions
B) Prioritizing surgical interventions over medical
management
C) Focusing on long-term rehabilitation from the outset
D) Teaching the importance of detailed medical history
taking
Correct Answer: A
7. How often is the ATLS Student Course content updated
by the American College of Surgeons?
A) Annually
B) Every two years
C) Every four years
©2024/2025
