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Which best describes shock? - CORRECT ANSWER-Generalized inadequate tissue perfusion Your patient has a deep laceration to his antecubital fossa with significant bleeding what is the most appropriate initial action? - CORRECT ANSWER-Apply direct pressure Hypotension of an unknown etiology in a trauma patient should be assumed to result from which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER-Blood loss Which assessment is most beneficial in differentiating hemorrhagic shock from neurogenic shock in ...

You arrive at the scene of a motor vehicle collision in which a vehicle struck a tree. What is the best indicator of potential injury? - ANSWERSSpeed of the vehicle The potential for death or serious injury is greatest in which of the following motor vehicle collisions? - ANSWERSEjection from vehicle Bilateral femur fractures are most associated with which type motorcycle crash? - ANSWERSHead on impact Which of the preferred fluid for resuscitation of hemorrhagic shock in the prehospita...

You arrive at the scene of a motor vehicle collision in which a vehicle struck a tree. What is the best indicator of potential injury? - ANSWERSSpeed of the vehicle The potential for death or serious injury is greatest in which of the following motor vehicle collisions? - ANSWERSEjection from vehicle Which assessment is most beneficial in differentiating hemorrhagic shock from neurogenic shock in the prehospital setting? - ANSWERSSkin The body initially compensates for blood loss throug...

How many people die from trauma annually? - ANSOver 5 million What is the leading cause of trauma deaths? - ANSMVA Where do over 90% of trauma deaths occur? - ANSLow-Middle income countries. What is the leading cause of death in people aged 1-44? - ANSTrauma What are the goals of PHTLS? - ANSReduce morbidity and mortality from trauma, and provide appropriate care to the patient in the field. What is the PHTLS philosophy? - ANSDeliver the patient to the right facility, utilizing th...

EMT PHTLS TEST EXAM 2024/2025 WITH 100% ACCURATE SOLUTIONS You arrive at the scene of a motor vehicle collision in which a vehicle struck a tree. What is the best indicator of potential injury? - Precise Answer Speed of the vehicle The potential for death or serious injury is greatest in which of the following motor vehicle collisions? - Precise Answer Ejection from vehicle Bilateral femur fractures are most associated with which type motorcycle crash? - Precise Answer Head on impact...

You arrive at the scene of a motor vehicle collision in which a vehicle struck a tree. What is the best indicator of potential injury? - Answer- Speed of the vehicle The potential for death or serious injury is greatest in which of the following motor vehicle collisions? - Answer- Ejection from vehicle Bilateral femur fractures are most associated with which type motorcycle crash? - Answer- Head on impact Which of the preferred fluid for resuscitation of hemorrhagic shock in the prehosp...

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