UCLA EMT CH.24 (Trauma) Questions and Answers Verified by Experts

UCLA EMT CH.24 (Trauma) Questions and
Answers Verified by Experts

Significant chest wall blunt trauma/penetrating signs from vehicle accidents, car vs. pedestrian

(index of suspicion) -cardiac or pulmonary contusion


-pneumothorax

-broken ribs, causing respiratory compromise




Pulmonary blast injuries -pulmonary trauma resulting from short range exposure to the

detonation of explosives




*An arterial air embolism which is the most concerning pulmonary blast injury are air bubbles in

the arterial blood vessels




Subcutaneous Emphysema -crackling under the skin




Guide to patient assessment 1. BSI


2. Scene safety (PENMAN)

3. General impression/Manage life threats

, 4. Patient responsiveness (AVPU)

5. ABC's

6. Disabilities

7. Expose

8. Chief complaint

9. Transport decision




Secondary Assessment (Major trauma)




1. Rapid physical exam

*can be here to rapid transport your patient if need be

2. Vitals

3. OPQRST

4. SAMPLE

5. Detailed physical exam




Glascow Coma Scale (GCS) -an evaluation tool used to determine the level of

consciousness; which evaluates eye opening, verbal response, and motor response