PHTLS 9th edition Exam Questions & Answers
PHTLS 9th Edition Exam Questions &
Answers
Question 1
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
Correct Answer
B. Cavitation
Question 2
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
Correct Answer
B. Velocity of the bodies involved
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Question 3
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
Correct Answer
C. These solutions will stay in the vascular space longer than water solutions, such
as D5W
Question 4
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
Correct Answer
A. 3 times the height of the patient
Question 5
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
Correct Answer
D. Primary phase
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Question 6
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
Correct Answer
C. Expose/Environment
Question 7
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
Correct Answer
A. Golden period (hour)
Question 8
In the absence of extenuating circumstances, the maximum amount of time it should
take to identify and manage immediate threats to life, prepare the patient for
transport and begin transport is _________?
A. 5 minutes
B. 10 minutes
C. 15 minutes
D. 30 minutes
Correct Answer
B. 10 minutes
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PHTLS 9th Edition Exam Questions &
Answers
Question 1
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
Correct Answer
B. Cavitation
Question 2
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
Correct Answer
B. Velocity of the bodies involved
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, PHTLS 9th edition Exam Questions & Answers
Question 3
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
Correct Answer
C. These solutions will stay in the vascular space longer than water solutions, such
as D5W
Question 4
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
Correct Answer
A. 3 times the height of the patient
Question 5
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
Correct Answer
D. Primary phase
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, PHTLS 9th edition Exam Questions & Answers
Question 6
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
Correct Answer
C. Expose/Environment
Question 7
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
Correct Answer
A. Golden period (hour)
Question 8
In the absence of extenuating circumstances, the maximum amount of time it should
take to identify and manage immediate threats to life, prepare the patient for
transport and begin transport is _________?
A. 5 minutes
B. 10 minutes
C. 15 minutes
D. 30 minutes
Correct Answer
B. 10 minutes
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