PHTLS - Post Test, 8th Edition Exam
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Care of the trauma patient in the field is an evolving science and should be
evidence-based. As lifelong learners, we must be prepared to adapt our practices
based on research. This is because research may lead to, what? - Correct answer-
changes in our current practices (p.11)
In trauma care, a 'principle' is defined as, what? - Correct answer-what needs to be
done (p.34)
In addition to oxygen, what is required to maintain the metabolic processes of life
and energy production? - Correct answer-glucose
You respond for a patient who has sustained a GSW to the right upper thorax. He is
barely responsive, pale, and diaphoretic. What device is most appropriate for
transport? - Correct answer-scoop stretcher
Units responding to a motor vehicle accident on the highway should consider what,
as part of their pre-arrival assessment? - Correct answer-weather conditions
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, The most appropriate airway maneuver for trauma patients is what technique? -
Correct answer-jaw thrust maneuver
Endo-tracheal in-tubation is a technique that requires, what? - Correct answer-
substantial training, to maintain proficiency
What indicates that a trauma patient is having trouble breathing? - Correct answer-
the patient's breathing is noticeable
A patient presents with, a blunt trauma injury to the chest. On exam, he has absent
breath sounds on one side of his chest and respiratory distress. Which additional
sign would indicate that the patient has a tension pneumo-thorax? - Correct
answer-hemo-dynamic compromise (proper blood flow is being prevented)
In addition to direct pressure, tourniquets, and immobilizing fractures, what is
considered most effective when controlling hemorrhage? - Correct answer-hemo-
static agents
What is a preventable cause of secondary brain injury? - Correct answer-systemic
hypoxia
You're called to treat a patient who was knocked unconscious when he slipped and
fell on a wet floor striking his head. It is now several hours later and he is awake
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2026 Questions and Answers 100% Pass
Guaranteed
Care of the trauma patient in the field is an evolving science and should be
evidence-based. As lifelong learners, we must be prepared to adapt our practices
based on research. This is because research may lead to, what? - Correct answer-
changes in our current practices (p.11)
In trauma care, a 'principle' is defined as, what? - Correct answer-what needs to be
done (p.34)
In addition to oxygen, what is required to maintain the metabolic processes of life
and energy production? - Correct answer-glucose
You respond for a patient who has sustained a GSW to the right upper thorax. He is
barely responsive, pale, and diaphoretic. What device is most appropriate for
transport? - Correct answer-scoop stretcher
Units responding to a motor vehicle accident on the highway should consider what,
as part of their pre-arrival assessment? - Correct answer-weather conditions
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, The most appropriate airway maneuver for trauma patients is what technique? -
Correct answer-jaw thrust maneuver
Endo-tracheal in-tubation is a technique that requires, what? - Correct answer-
substantial training, to maintain proficiency
What indicates that a trauma patient is having trouble breathing? - Correct answer-
the patient's breathing is noticeable
A patient presents with, a blunt trauma injury to the chest. On exam, he has absent
breath sounds on one side of his chest and respiratory distress. Which additional
sign would indicate that the patient has a tension pneumo-thorax? - Correct
answer-hemo-dynamic compromise (proper blood flow is being prevented)
In addition to direct pressure, tourniquets, and immobilizing fractures, what is
considered most effective when controlling hemorrhage? - Correct answer-hemo-
static agents
What is a preventable cause of secondary brain injury? - Correct answer-systemic
hypoxia
You're called to treat a patient who was knocked unconscious when he slipped and
fell on a wet floor striking his head. It is now several hours later and he is awake
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