TNCC Test 8th Edition Exam Questions With complete Solutions

A 56 y/o M involved in a MVC is brought to the ED. He complains of neck pain, SOB, and diffuse abdominal pain. His GCS is 15, VS: BP 98/71, HR 125, RR 26, SpO2 94% on high-flow O2 via NRB mask. Which is the priority intervention for this patient? - ANSWER-Expedite transfer to the closest trauma center Which of the following considerations is the most important when caring for a geriatric trauma pt? - ANSWER-a pertinent medical hx is crucial Following a review of recent drills and a real disaster event, a hospital has identified deficiencies and is taking steps to minimize the impact of a future disaster . Which phase of the disaster life cycle does this describe? - ANSWER-Mitigation EMS brings a pt who fell while riding his bicycle. Using the American College of Surgeobs screening guidelines, which assessment finding would prompt the RN to prepare the pt for a radiologic spine clearance? - ANSWER-smell of alcohol on breath What is the effect of hypothermia on the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve? - ANSWER-hemoglobin does not readily release O2 for use by the tissues Which of the following is a component of the trauma triad of death? - ANSWER-acidosis EMS brings a pt from MVC. VS: BP 90/49, HR 48, RR 12, temp 97.2F (36.2 C). The pt exhibits urinary incontinence and priapism. These assessment findings are most consistent with which of the following types of spinal cord injury? - ANSWER-Complete