Question 1

Paradoxical chest movement suggests a:

Accepted Answer

A)  spontaneous pneumothorax. 
B)  flail chest. 
C)  clavicle fracture. 
D)  pulmonary contusion. 
A)  spontaneous pneumothorax. 
B)  flail chest. 
C)  clavicle fracture. 
D)  pulmonary contusion.

Question 2

Blood, vomitus, and foreign bodies are removed from the oropharynx of the unconscious patient by:

Accepted Answer

A)  stimulating the cough reflex. 
B)  using a sweeping motion with the finger. 
C)  performing a back thrust. 
D)  using suction. 
A)  stimulating the cough reflex. 
B)  using a sweeping motion with the finger. 
C)  performing a back thrust. 
D)  using suction.

Question 3

Until they are stabilized, trauma patients require reevaluation:

Accepted Answer

A)  every 2 minutes. 
B)  every 5 minutes. 
C)  every 10 minutes. 
D)  every hour. 
A)  every 2 minutes. 
B)  every 5 minutes. 
C)  every 10 minutes. 
D)  every hour.

Question 4

When calculating the force of impact of a penetrating object, use:

Accepted Answer

A)  the size of the missile and size of the patient. 
B)  the time of the incident and depth of the wound. 
C)  the amount of blood loss and level of consciousness. 
D)  the velocity of the missile and distance from the source. 
A)  the size of the missile and size of the patient. 
B)  the time of the incident and depth of the wound. 
C)  the amount of blood loss and level of consciousness. 
D)  the velocity of the missile and distance from the source.

Question 5

Pulsus paradoxus greater than 20 mm Hg, tachycardia greater than 130 beats/min, and increasing dyspnea are signs of:

Accepted Answer

A)  intracranial pressure. 
B)  pulmonary hypertension. 
C)  status asthmaticus. 
D)  tetanic contractions. 
A)  intracranial pressure. 
B)  pulmonary hypertension. 
C)  status asthmaticus. 
D)  tetanic contractions.

Question 6

During initial ABCDE assessments of life-threatening conditions, D (disability) in neurologic status is assessed by the patient's:

Accepted Answer

A)  pupil size. 
B)  degree of responsiveness. 
C)  nuchal rigidity. 
D)  mood and affect. 
A)  pupil size. 
B)  degree of responsiveness. 
C)  nuchal rigidity. 
D)  mood and affect.

Question 7

The ABCs of a primary survey would be interrupted to:

Accepted Answer

A)  complete the assessment record. 
B)  manage life-threatening conditions. 
C)  reassess the patient's temperature. 
D)  transport the patient via airlift. 
A)  complete the assessment record. 
B)  manage life-threatening conditions. 
C)  reassess the patient's temperature. 
D)  transport the patient via airlift.

Question 8

Which injury is the most common precipitator of blunt trauma?

Accepted Answer

A)  Age-related falls 
B)  Motor vehicle accidents 
C)  Work-related injuries 
D)  Childhood play injuries 
A)  Age-related falls 
B)  Motor vehicle accidents 
C)  Work-related injuries 
D)  Childhood play injuries

Paradoxical chest movement suggests a:

Blood, vomitus, and foreign bodies are removed from the oropharynx of the unconscious patient by:

Until they are stabilized, trauma patients require reevaluation:

When calculating the force of impact of a penetrating object, use:

Pulsus paradoxus greater than 20 mm Hg, tachycardia greater than 130 beats/min, and increasing dyspnea are signs of:

During initial ABCDE assessments of life-threatening conditions, D (disability) in neurologic status is assessed by the patient's:

The ABCs of a primary survey would be interrupted to:

Which injury is the most common precipitator of blunt trauma?

The History and Interviewing Process

Cultural Competency

Examination Techniques and Equipment

Clinical Reasoning

Documentation

Vital Signs and Pain Assessment

Mental Status

Growth, Measurement, and Nutrition

Skin, Hair, and Nails

Lymphatic System

Head and Neck

Eyes

Ears, Nose, and Throat

Chest and Lungs

Heart

Blood Vessels

Breasts and Axillae

Abdomen

Female Genitalia

Male Genitalia

Anus, Rectum, and Prostate

Musculoskeletal System

Neurologic System

Sports Participation Evaluation

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Exam 26: Emergency or Life-Threatening Situations

Paradoxical chest movement suggests a:

Blood, vomitus, and foreign bodies are removed from the oropharynx of the unconscious patient by:

Until they are stabilized, trauma patients require reevaluation:

When calculating the force of impact of a penetrating object, use:

Pulsus paradoxus greater than 20 mm Hg, tachycardia greater than 130 beats/min, and increasing dyspnea are signs of:

During initial ABCDE assessments of life-threatening conditions, D (disability) in neurologic status is assessed by the patient's:

The ABCs of a primary survey would be interrupted to:

Which injury is the most common precipitator of blunt trauma?

The History and Interviewing Process

Cultural Competency

Examination Techniques and Equipment

Clinical Reasoning

Documentation

Vital Signs and Pain Assessment

Mental Status

Growth, Measurement, and Nutrition

Skin, Hair, and Nails

Lymphatic System

Head and Neck

Eyes

Ears, Nose, and Throat

Chest and Lungs

Heart

Blood Vessels

Breasts and Axillae

Abdomen

Female Genitalia

Male Genitalia

Anus, Rectum, and Prostate

Musculoskeletal System

Neurologic System

Sports Participation Evaluation

Putting it All Together

Filters