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Question 1: You arrive at the scene of a motor vehicle collision in which a vehicle struck a tree. Which is the best indicator of potential injury? A) Circumference of the vehicle B) Diameter of the tree C) Mass of the vehicle D) Speed of the vehicle Answer: D) Speed of the vehicle Explanation: The text directly states that "speed of the vehicle" is the best indicator of potential injury, as the energy of a crash and the potential for injury increase with speed. Question 2: The ...

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? - ️️changes in our current practices (p.11) In trauma care, a 'principle' is defined as, what? - ️️what needs to be done (p.34) In addition to oxygen, what is required to maintain the metabolic processes of life and energy production? - ️️glucose You respo...

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? - changes in our current practices (p.11) In trauma care, a 'principle' is defined as, what? - what needs to be done (p.34) In addition to oxygen, what is required to maintain the metabolic processes of life and energy production? - glucose You respond for a patient who ...

You arrive at the scene of a motor vehicle collision in which a vehicle struck a tree. Which is the best indicator of potential injury? -circumference of vehicle -diameter of the tree -mass of the vehicle -speed of the vehicle - speed of the vehicle the potential for death or serious injury is greatest in which of the following motor vehicle collisions? -down and under -ejection from vehicle -lateral compression -up and over - ejection from vehicle bilateral femur fractures are most o...

PHTLS - Post Test, 8th Edition 2022 with 100% correct solutions - Already Graded A+

When caring for a trauma patient a principle is what is necessary for patient improvement or survival. A preference is how the principle is achieved and depends upon four factors. The factors used to accomplish the preference in treating the patient include all except: a. Condition of the patient b. Equipment available c. Situation that exists d. Research information - Answer - When caring for a trauma patient a principle is what is necessary for patient improvement or survival. A prefere...