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M.O.I. Correct Answer-Mechanism of Injury, vehicles, falls etc. what do you generally set oxygen to? Correct Answer-15L/M How to open airway for a trauma victim? Correct Answer-chin lift/jaw thrust apneic Correct Answer-not breathing N.O.I Correct Answer-nature of illness AVPU Correct Answer-Alert, verbal/vocal, pain, unconscious skin CTC Correct Answer-color,temperature, condition (normal is warm,pink and dry) hypoperfusion Correct Answer-Shock.... decreased delivery of oxy...

What are signs of Compensated shock? - ANSWER-Anxiety as blood is shunted from areas responsible for higher brain function, normal systolic BP, elevated diastolic BP, increased RR, bounding pulse, decreased urinary output. What are signs of Decompensated or Progressive shock? - ANSWER-Decreased LOC, decreased systolic BP, narrowing pulse pressure, tachycardia, weak pulses, rapid shallow respirations, cool and cyanotic skin, increased lactic acid levels What are signs of Irreversible shock?...

TNCC test 2023 final exam with 100% correct answers Why is a measure of serum lactate obtained in the initial assessment of the trauma patient? Answer: c - CORRECT ANSWER-a) to measure oxygenation and ventilation b) to quantify the base deficit for the adequacy of cellular perfusion c) *to gauge end-organ perfusion and tissue hypoxia ** d) to determine the underlying cause of shock A trauma patient is restless and repeatedly asking "where am I?" vital signs upon arrival were BP 10...

ATCN EXAM REVIEW LATEST UPDATE 2024 WITH QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS GRADED A+. The approach to trauma care typically begins with what? notification that a trauma patient is arriving When preparing to receive a trauma patient, what should you keep in mind? safe practice, safe care What does "Safe practice" mean when receiving trauma patients? take into consideration the protection of the team (universal precautions/PPE/preparing equipment prior to patient arrival) What does "Safe c...

Initial Assessment: B-SMNAC - ANSWER - BSI (body substance isolation); - Scene Safety; - Mechanism of Injury (MOI)/Nature of Illness (NOI); - Number of Patients; - Assistance (additional units, Fire, Police, etc.); - C-spine (and/or C-collar) Initial Assessment: G-CAAT - ANSWER - General Impression; - Chief Complaints, Life Threats (hemorrhage); - AVPU; - ABC's (airway, breathing, circulation); - Transport Decision (Load and Go or Stay and Play) Components of General Impression -...

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ATCN EXAM REVIEW LATEST UPDATE 2024 WITH QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS GRADED A+. The approach to trauma care typically begins with what? notification that a trauma patient is arriving When preparing to receive a trauma patient, what should you keep in mind? safe practice, safe care What does "Safe practice" mean when receiving trauma patients? take into consideration the protection of the team (universal precautions/PPE/preparing equipment prior to patient arrival) What does "Safe c...

PLATINUM FINAL EXAM EMTP 3.3 REVIEW 2023 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS COMPLETE What is the best airway device to use for smoke inhalation? Endotracheal intubation is frequently needed for supportive therapy in the management of inhalation injury. Most pertinent piece of information in evaluating a patient's ventilatory status? Ventilation is the movement of air in and out of the lungs through a patent airway. The majority of observations regarding ventilation focus on the movements of the chest....

NC BLET State Exam (Latest 2023/ 2024 Update) Questions and Verified Answers| All Topics Covered| 100% Correct| Grade A Q: T/F- A moped is a motor vehicle (MV Law) Answer: False Q: Is a truck with no motor considered a motor vehicle? (MV Law) Answer: Yes Q: How many points will be put on your license for passing a school bus? (MV Law) Answer: 5 points Q: What is the minimum age for obtaining a limited permit? (MV Law) Answer: 15 years old ...

ATCN EXAM REVIEW LATEST UPDATE 2024 WITH QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS GRADED A+. The approach to trauma care typically begins with what? notification that a trauma patient is arriving When preparing to receive a trauma patient, what should you keep in mind? safe practice, safe care What does "Safe practice" mean when receiving trauma patients? take into consideration the protection of the team (universal precautions/PPE/preparing equipment prior to patient arrival) What does "Safe c...