ATLS 10th Edition Review | 2025 Exam Questions with Verified Answers | 30+ Q&A | MED243 | Trauma, Airway, Shock, Burns

This document contains 30+ verified exam questions and answers based on the 10th Edition of the Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) guidelines, specifically tailored for the 2025–2026 academic year. It covers high-yield, clinically tested knowledge points essential for trauma care providers and students enrolled in MED243 or similar emergency medicine/trauma courses. Topics reviewed include: The full Primary and Secondary Survey sequence (ABCDE approach, AMPLE history) Clinical mnemonics and assessment tools such as LEMON, MIST, and the 3-3-2 Rule Criteria and indications for rapid trauma assessments and massive transfusion protocols Urine output goals in adults, children, infants, and electrical injuries Identification of basilar skull fractures, their classic signs (rhinorrhea, otorrhea, facial paralysis) Burn fluid resuscitation formula and guidelines Classification of hemorrhagic shock (Class I–IV) and associated treatment decisions Neurological emergency recognition including uncal herniation This resource is ideal for students in: Medical School (MD, DO, MBBS) Trauma Surgery and Emergency Medicine rotations Physician Assistant (PA) programs Nursing (BSN, RN, Trauma Nurse Core Course - TNCC) Paramedics and EMT training programs Whether preparing for ATLS certification, board exams, trauma-focused OSCEs, or clinical simulation scenarios, this document provides a fast, focused, and practical review of trauma protocols and life-saving interventions. All content is structured for active recall and quick revision. Keywords: ATLS 10th edition, trauma survey, airway management, hemorrhagic shock, fluid resuscitation, trauma assessment, massive transfusion, burn management, basilar skull fracture, uncal herniation, emergency medicine, cervical spine, rapid trauma assessment, trauma protocols, primary survey, secondary survey, MIST, LEMON, 3-3-2 rule, urine output goals