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What type of bleeding is associated with epidural hematoma -
ANSWER-
ARTERIAL- which means it comes on much more quickly than
subdural
Subdural hematoma - ANSWER-- bleeding
beneath dura
- usually a result of falls
(deceleration forces)
What type of bleeding is associated with subdural
hematoma - ANSWER-
VENOUS
- slower formation, symptoms show up hours to days
after trauma
Symptoms of subdural hematoma - ANSWER-- decreased LOC
- slurred
speech
- stroke
symptoms
,When to be suspicious of a laceration of great vessels -
ANSWER-- if no
external bleeding is present but there are s/s of shock after a
traumatic event
4 types of axial loading injuries - ANSWER-- flexion
- hyperextension (pt, falls, hits chin on table)
- Compression (hitting head on bottom of pool when diving)
- Flexion rotation
Physical findings of an axial loading injury - ANSWER--
pain, tenderness,
weakness/numbness, paraplegia, pins/needles,
incontinence
Steps for spinal motion restriction - ANSWER-- manual
immobilization of c-
spine
- properly fitted c-
collar
- long backboard , scoop, gurney to move
patient supine
When to manually stabilize pt. after applying c-collar -
ANSWER-Only when
moving
pt.
, Who doesn't need spinal motion restriction - ANSWER--pt.
with penetrating
trauma
- pt. who doesn't fit
requirements
Pediatric indications for c-collar - ANSWER-- altered
mental status
- neck pain
-
numbness/weakness
- high speed motor vehicle
collision
- driving injuries
- substantial torso
injuries
When to remove a helmet from pt? - ANSWER-Whenever helmet
interferes with
airway management or ability to maintain neutral spine
position (so almost
always)
Perfusion - ANSWER-Delivery of O2 and removal of CO2
- Requires a pump (heart), fluid (blood), and vessels
Sepsis - ANSWER-- Severe infection that has an initial point
then spreads throughout bloodstream
Exam 2025/2026 Actual Complete Real Exam Questions &
Correct Answers (Verified Answers) Already Graded A+ /
Guaranteed Success!! Newest Exam / Just Released!!
What type of bleeding is associated with epidural hematoma -
ANSWER-
ARTERIAL- which means it comes on much more quickly than
subdural
Subdural hematoma - ANSWER-- bleeding
beneath dura
- usually a result of falls
(deceleration forces)
What type of bleeding is associated with subdural
hematoma - ANSWER-
VENOUS
- slower formation, symptoms show up hours to days
after trauma
Symptoms of subdural hematoma - ANSWER-- decreased LOC
- slurred
speech
- stroke
symptoms
,When to be suspicious of a laceration of great vessels -
ANSWER-- if no
external bleeding is present but there are s/s of shock after a
traumatic event
4 types of axial loading injuries - ANSWER-- flexion
- hyperextension (pt, falls, hits chin on table)
- Compression (hitting head on bottom of pool when diving)
- Flexion rotation
Physical findings of an axial loading injury - ANSWER--
pain, tenderness,
weakness/numbness, paraplegia, pins/needles,
incontinence
Steps for spinal motion restriction - ANSWER-- manual
immobilization of c-
spine
- properly fitted c-
collar
- long backboard , scoop, gurney to move
patient supine
When to manually stabilize pt. after applying c-collar -
ANSWER-Only when
moving
pt.
, Who doesn't need spinal motion restriction - ANSWER--pt.
with penetrating
trauma
- pt. who doesn't fit
requirements
Pediatric indications for c-collar - ANSWER-- altered
mental status
- neck pain
-
numbness/weakness
- high speed motor vehicle
collision
- driving injuries
- substantial torso
injuries
When to remove a helmet from pt? - ANSWER-Whenever helmet
interferes with
airway management or ability to maintain neutral spine
position (so almost
always)
Perfusion - ANSWER-Delivery of O2 and removal of CO2
- Requires a pump (heart), fluid (blood), and vessels
Sepsis - ANSWER-- Severe infection that has an initial point
then spreads throughout bloodstream
