PHTLS - Post Test, 8th Edition 2025 with complete
solution
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
What indicates that a trauma patient is having trouble breathing? - ANSWER-the patient's breathing is
noticeable
A patient presents with, a blunt trauma injury to the chest. On exam, he has absent breath sounds on
one side of his chest and respiratory distress. Which additional sign would indicate that the patient
has a tension pneumo-thorax? - ANSWER-hemo-dynamic compromise (proper blood flow is being
prevented)
In addition to direct pressure, tourniquets, and immobilizing fractures, what is considered most
effective when controlling hemorrhage? - ANSWER-hemo-static agents
What is a preventable cause of secondary brain injury? - ANSWER-systemic hypoxia
You're called to treat a patient who was knocked unconscious when he slipped and fell on a wet floor
striking his head. It is now several hours later and he is awake but confused, does not recall the
incident, and is vomiting with a headache. What injury is he most likely to have suffered? - ANSWER-
concussion
What findings would indicate the need for immobilization when using a selective spinal
immobilization protocol? - ANSWER-pain or tenderness along the spine
What patient should be treated first in a blast-related situation involving multiple patients? -
ANSWER-a 30-year-old female with altered level of consciousness and decreased capillary refill
Excessive fluid resuscitation of the trauma patient can result in, what? - ANSWER-increased blood loss
solution
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
What indicates that a trauma patient is having trouble breathing? - ANSWER-the patient's breathing is
noticeable
A patient presents with, a blunt trauma injury to the chest. On exam, he has absent breath sounds on
one side of his chest and respiratory distress. Which additional sign would indicate that the patient
has a tension pneumo-thorax? - ANSWER-hemo-dynamic compromise (proper blood flow is being
prevented)
In addition to direct pressure, tourniquets, and immobilizing fractures, what is considered most
effective when controlling hemorrhage? - ANSWER-hemo-static agents
What is a preventable cause of secondary brain injury? - ANSWER-systemic hypoxia
You're called to treat a patient who was knocked unconscious when he slipped and fell on a wet floor
striking his head. It is now several hours later and he is awake but confused, does not recall the
incident, and is vomiting with a headache. What injury is he most likely to have suffered? - ANSWER-
concussion
What findings would indicate the need for immobilization when using a selective spinal
immobilization protocol? - ANSWER-pain or tenderness along the spine
What patient should be treated first in a blast-related situation involving multiple patients? -
ANSWER-a 30-year-old female with altered level of consciousness and decreased capillary refill
Excessive fluid resuscitation of the trauma patient can result in, what? - ANSWER-increased blood loss
