TNCC Written Exam (ALL CORRECTLY ANSWERED)

What is the best measure of the adequacy of cellular perfusion and helps predict the outcome of resuscitation? correct answers Base deficit used in conjunction with serum lactate Will hypocapnia cause vasoconstriction or vasodilation, especially in the cerebral vasculature? correct answers Vasoconstriction What results from tissue hypo perfusion and oxygen deficit? correct answers Metabolic acidosis What type of shock results in generalized vasodilation? correct answers Neurogenic shock Spinal cord injuries at C3-C5 causes loss of what nerves function, resulting in what? correct answers Phrenic nerve; paralyzed diaphragm and inability to breath Extremity elevation AT the level of the heart is beneficial for what type of injury? correct answers Compartment Syndrome What is a high risk of frostbite? correct answers Thrombus formation What two medications can be administered to maintain perfusion after a frostbite injury along with rewarming? correct answers Tissue plasminogen activator or non steroidal anti-inflammatory medication (NSAIDS) An rise in diastolic blood pressures is a sign of increasing what? correct answers Peripheral resistance What position will benefit the airway and work of breathing for the bariatric patient? correct answers Reverse Trendelenburg Which phase of a blast results from flying debris, projectiles, and bomb fragments causing lacerations or penetrating injuries? correct answers Secondary Phase What phase of a blast results from any explosion-related illness or injury including hyperglycemia, hypertension, angina, asthma, COPD, or sepsis? correct answers Quaternary Phase What phase of a blast results from individuals being thrown by the blast and impacting walls, ground, or any hard object? correct answers Tertiary Phase What phase of a blast results from impact of the over and under pressurization wave with body surfaces. Injuries include blast lung, tympanic membrane rupture, abdominal hemorrhage, globe rupture, and mild traumatic brain injury? correct answers Primary Phase Signs of what include muscle pain or weakness, dark red or brown urine, general weakness or malaise, and elevated creatinine kinase levels? correct answers Rhabdomyolosis