PHTLS - POST TEST, 8TH EDITION QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024/25

PHTLS - POST TEST, 8TH EDITION QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024/25 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? - ANSWER changes in our current practices (p.11) In trauma care, a 'principle' is defined as, what? - ANSWER what needs to be done (p.34) In addition to oxygen, what is required to maintain the metabolic processes of life and energy production? - ANSWER glucose You respond for a patient who has sustained a GSW to the right upper thorax. He is barely responsive, pale, and diaphoretic. What device is most appropriate for transport? - ANSWER scoop stretcher Units responding to a motor vehicle accident on the highway should consider what, as part of their pre-arrival assessment? - ANSWER weather conditions The most appropriate airway maneuver for trauma patients is what technique? - ANSWER jaw thrust maneuver Endo-tracheal in-tubation is a technique that requires, what? - ANSWER substantial training, to maintain proficiency