PHTLS - POST TEST, 8TH EDITION
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
ANSWERS
, 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? - ANSWERSchanges in our
current practices (p.11)
In trauma care, a 'principle' is defined as, what? - ANSWERSwhat needs to be done
(p.34)
What indicates that a trauma patient is having trouble breathing? - ANSWERSthe
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? - ANSWERShemo-
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? - ANSWERShemo-static
agents
What is a preventable cause of secondary brain injury? - ANSWERSsystemic 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 but
confused, does not recall the incident, and is vomiting with a headache. What injury is
he most likely to have suffered? - ANSWERSconcussion
What findings would indicate the need for immobilization when using a selective spinal
immobilization protocol? - ANSWERSpain or tenderness along the spine
What patient should be treated first in a blast-related situation involving multiple
patients? - ANSWERSa 30-year-old female with altered level of consciousness and
decreased capillary refill
In addition to oxygen, what is required to maintain the metabolic processes of life and
energy production? - ANSWERSglucose
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?
- ANSWERSscoop stretcher
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
ANSWERS
, 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? - ANSWERSchanges in our
current practices (p.11)
In trauma care, a 'principle' is defined as, what? - ANSWERSwhat needs to be done
(p.34)
What indicates that a trauma patient is having trouble breathing? - ANSWERSthe
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? - ANSWERShemo-
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? - ANSWERShemo-static
agents
What is a preventable cause of secondary brain injury? - ANSWERSsystemic 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 but
confused, does not recall the incident, and is vomiting with a headache. What injury is
he most likely to have suffered? - ANSWERSconcussion
What findings would indicate the need for immobilization when using a selective spinal
immobilization protocol? - ANSWERSpain or tenderness along the spine
What patient should be treated first in a blast-related situation involving multiple
patients? - ANSWERSa 30-year-old female with altered level of consciousness and
decreased capillary refill
In addition to oxygen, what is required to maintain the metabolic processes of life and
energy production? - ANSWERSglucose
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?
- ANSWERSscoop stretcher
