ITLS Advanced Post-Test 2026 – 80+ Verified Q&As on Trauma Care, Airway, TBI, Shock & Pediatric Response

This expertly verified resource contains over 80 post-test questions and answers specifically aligned with the 2026 International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Advanced curriculum. It is an essential guide for EMTs, paramedics, trauma nurses, and other pre-hospital providers preparing for ITLS certification or recertification. The document is organized in a clear Q&A format and covers all critical domains of trauma care, including scene size-up, rapid assessment, airway management (BVM, ET tube, IO access), shock recognition (hypovolemic, cardiogenic), traumatic brain injury, blast injury categories, pediatric and obstetric trauma, chest decompression, and proper splinting and transport techniques. Additional topics include fluid resuscitation, ECG use in trauma, rescue maneuvers, burn treatment, patient positioning, SpO₂ targets, and legal/clinical decision-making in altered mental status. Real-world context and clinical logic are reflected throughout the material, making it suitable both for first-time certification and professional refresher review. Ideal for: – Paramedics and advanced EMTs in trauma response – ITLS Advanced course participants – Trauma and ER nurses – Emergency medical instructors and students – Military medics and tactical EMS professionals The content aligns with the current ITLS protocol and clinical best practices, making it a reliable, exam-relevant, and scenario-driven preparation tool. Keywords: ITLS Advanced, trauma life support, airway management, BVM, ETCO2, chest decompression, flail chest, TBI, shock, IO access, pediatric trauma, geriatric trauma, blast injuries, spinal precautions, ECG trauma use, ventilation, burn care, obstetric trauma, EMS certification, SpO2 trauma target, emergency transport, trauma exam prep