PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support Review Test Questions and Answers | Fall 2026 Update | 100% Correct.

PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life
Support Review Test Questions and
Answers | Fall 2026 Update | 100%
Correct.

What is the easiest way to open the airway of a trauma patient? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Jaw Thrust

What is a problem with intubation? - CORRECT ANSWER-It requires a lot of practice.

When you arrive on scene and find your patient with their airway full of blood, how long
should you suction for? - CORRECT ANSWER-Until the airway is complete clear from
blood.

What is the best way to confirm you have good a good ET Tube in place? - CORRECT
ANSWER-End Tidal

When should you start the secondary assessment on a trauma patient? - CORRECT
ANSWER-When time and situation allows.

What are some pre-arrival factors you should be considering upon arrival to your
designated call? - CORRECT ANSWER-Time of day / Weather / Location / Hazards
Involved / Possible additional needs

What is the main reason for a primary assessment on a trauma patient? - CORRECT
ANSWER-To identify and treat immediate life threats.

What is the most common type of shock and what is the main cause of shock?
- CORRECT ANSWER-Hemorrhagic Shock due to either uncontrolled internal /
external hemorrhage