EMS WEEK 3 - 5.10.20 Head Trauma, 5.10.21 Chest Trauma, 5.10.22 Orthopedic Trauma, 5.1.223 Soft Tissue Inuries

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What is the recommended oxygen flow rate for a patient with head trauma who is unstable?

6 liters/minute

15 liters/minute with a non-rebreathing mask (correct)

10 liters/minute

20 liters/minute

What is the initial step in the special considerations of head trauma patients?

Assist respiration’s as needed

Assess Glasgow Coma Scale (correct)

Assume neck injuries in all patients and immobilize if indicated

Dress scalp hemorrhage with pressure dressing

When should code 3 transport be carried out for a head trauma victim?

If in shock, treat according to shock protocol

If scalp hemorrhage can be life threatening

In any head trauma victim with deteriorating neuro status, shock, or markedly abnormal neurological status (correct)

If airway problems occur while immobilized

What should be done if airway problems occur while a head trauma patient is immobilized?

Transport the patient on the side Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended oxygen flow rate for a patient with chest trauma who is in respiratory distress?

15 liters/minute by non-rebreathing mask Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if signs of tension pneumothorax develop in a patient with chest trauma?

Remove the dressing to allow air to escape and reapply loosely Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for open chest wounds in patients with chest trauma?

Cover with vaseline impregnated gauze and tape on three sides loosely Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a patient with chest trauma develops flail chest?

Use a pillow to stabilize the injured area Signup and view all the answers

What actions should be taken if a patient with chest trauma has impaled objects?

Leave the impaled objects in place Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for a clavicle fracture?

Splint with sling and swathe Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken for a patient with a scapula fracture?

Assess respiratory status Signup and view all the answers

How should a pelvis fracture be managed according to the orthopedic trauma treatment protocol?

Splint legs together, padding under the knees for comfort Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate treatment for an elbow dislocation?

Sling and swathe Signup and view all the answers

How should a shoulder fracture or dislocation be splinted according to the orthopedic trauma treatment protocol?

Splint with sling and swathe in position of comfort Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for foot fracture (ankle) according to the Basic Life Support (BLS) Protocols?

Splint with cardboard, wire or pillow splint Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial step in the special considerations for splinting unstable fractures with no pulses, according to the BLS Protocols?

Straighten gently and then splint Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a patient with hip fracture and dislocation is encountered according to the BLS Protocols?

Stabilize in position of comfort with long backboard, pillows and triangular bandages Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action for treating traumatic amputations according to the BLS Protocols?

Keep amputated parts dry in sterile gauze and place on ice Signup and view all the answers

According to the BLS Protocols, what should be done for jaw (maxillo-facial trauma) patients?

Maintain airway and suction as necessary Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step to stop life-threatening bleeding from an arm or leg if a tourniquet is available, according to the given text?

Apply a tourniquet about 2 to 3 inches above the bleeding site Signup and view all the answers

What should be done for life-threatening bleeding from the neck, shoulder, or groin if a tourniquet is NOT available, according to the given text?

Pack the wound with a hemostatic gauze Signup and view all the answers

When should the distal neurovascular status be checked as per the given text?

Both before and after application, and anytime an adjustment is made or every 15-30 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What should be applied around the bleeding arm or leg about 2 to 3 inches above the bleeding site if a tourniquet is available, according to the given text?

Treat shock as indicated Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if life-threatening bleeding occurs from an arm or leg and a tourniquet is NOT available OR for bleeding from the neck, shoulder, or groin, according to the given text?

Apply direct pressure on the wound with both hands Signup and view all the answers