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An indicator of an expanding intracranial hematoma or rapidly
progressing brain
swelling
is:
A.
an acute increase in the patient's
pulse rate.
B.
a progressively lowering blood
pressure.
C.
acute unilateral paralysis following
the injury.
B.
,D.
a rapid deterioration of neurologic signs. -
ANSWER-D. a rapid deterioration of
neurologic signs.
The MOST important treatment for patients with a head
injury, regardless of
severity, is
to:
A.
establish an adequate
airway.
B.
transport to a trauma
center.
C.
immobilize the
spine.
D.
administer 100% oxygen. - ANSWER-A.
establish an adequate airway.
B.
,Which of the following sets of vital signs depicts Cushing's
triad?
A.
blood pressure, 190/110 mm Hg; pulse, 55 beats/min;
respirations, 30 breaths/min
B.
blood pressure, 90/50 mm Hg; pulse, 120 beats/min;
respirations, 10 breaths/min
C.
blood pressure, 80/40 mm Hg; pulse, 30 beats/min; respirations,
32 breaths/min
D. blood pressure, 200/100 mm Hg; pulse, 140
beats/min; respirations, 28 breaths/min - ANSWER-A.
blood pressure, 190/110 mm Hg; pulse, 55 beats/min;
respirations, 30 breaths/min
Common signs and symptoms of a chest injury include all
of the following,
EXCEPT:
A.
hematemesis.
B.
, B.
localized
pain.
C.
tachypnea.
D.
chest wall ecchymosis. - ANSWER-A.
hematemesis.
A patient who presents with profound cyanosis following a
chest injury:
A.
requires prompt ventilation and
oxygenation.
B.
has most likely experienced a
ruptured aorta.
C.
is most likely experiencing severe
blood loss.
D.
B.