PHTLS FROM EXAM 5 & 6 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024/25

PHTLS FROM EXAM 5 & 6 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024/25 When caring for a trauma patient, a principle is what is necessary for patient improvement or survival. A preference is how the principle is achieved and depends upon four factors. The factors used to establish the preference in treating the patient include all except: a) Condition of the patient b) Equipment available c) Situation that exists d) Research information - ANSWER d) Research information Approximately 20% of all child abuse is the result of intentional burning. The majority of the children intentionally burned are of what age? a) 10 to 12 years of age b) 5 to 6 years of age c) 1 to 2 years of age d) Less than 1 year of age. - ANSWER c) 1 to 2 years of age You are 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. He is awake but confused, does not recall the incident, and is vomiting with a headache. Which of the following injuries is most likely? a) Brain herniation b) Intraabdominal hemorrhage c) Diffuse axonal injury d) Concussion. - ANSWER d) Concussion. When using a selective spinal immobilization protocol, which of the following findings indicate the need for immobilization? a) Past history of spinal injury