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Heat-Related Conditions
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Which of the following is a symptom of heat cramps?

  • Failure of heat-regulating mechanisms
  • Altered mental status
  • Severe muscle cramps (correct)
  • Delirium

    • What is the recommended treatment for heat exhaustion?

  • Move to a cooler environment, sponge with tepid water, fan gently, and sports drink or NS. (correct)
  • Move to a cooler environment, give electrolyte liquids, salty snacks, NS, or LR.
  • Move to a cooler environment, give electrolyte liquids, cold-water, fan gently, and sports drink or NS.
  • Move to a cooler environment, cold-water immersion until CBT is <102.2, and check BGL

    • What is the temperature range for heat stroke?

  • Greater than 104F (correct)
  • Less than 104F
  • Between 102.2F and 104F
  • Between 98.6F and 102.2F

    • Which of the following is a symptom of heat stroke?

    <p>Altered mental status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT the recommended treatment for heat stroke?

    <p>Sponge with tepid water and fan gently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between heat stroke and heat exhaustion?

    <p>Altered mental status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between heat cramps and heat exhaustion?

    <p>Severity of muscle cramps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct location for needle chest decompression in the case of elevated chest pressure?

    <p>2nd ICS midclavicular line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended size of the needle for chest decompression?

    <p>3.5in 10-16G</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended initial treatment for a patient with elevated chest pressure?

    <p>Perform a needle chest decompression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the skin is affected in a 2nd degree burn?

    <p>Dermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the appearance of the skin in a 1st degree burn?

    <p>Red and swollen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the skin is affected in a 3rd degree burn?

    <p>Subcutaneous tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the appearance of the skin in a 3rd degree burn?

    <p>Dry, leathery, and often white or charred</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following steps should be taken before applying a splint to an extremity?

    <p>Visualize the injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if the patient has a life-threatening injury?

    <p>Immidiate transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should fractures be treated when splinting an extremity?

    <p>Immobilize the joint above and below</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach for splinting dislocations in an extremity?

    <p>Splint the bone above and below the dislocation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a long bone is severely angulated?

    <p>Apply traction in a natural position to improve circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended positioning for splinting an extremity?

    <p>In a position that the patient can tolerate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following steps should be taken before removing a full-face motorcycle helmet?

    <p>Open face shield and access airway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the partner do once the strap of the helmet is unfastened?

    <p>Place one hand on patient’s lower jaw at the angle of the jaw and the other hand behind the head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to restrict movement of the patient's lower jaw during helmet removal?

    <p>Place fingers on patient’s lower jaw to restrict movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should a helmet be removed from a patient with a football helmet?

    <p>If the helmet cannot be secured to a special removal device</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should your partner do while the rescuer is stabilizing the helmet during removal?

    <p>Open face shield and access airway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after removing the helmet from a patient?

    <p>Hold the patient’s occiput</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to prevent hyperflexion when securing the patient to a backboard?

    <p>Add padding behind the shoulders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a sign of compensated shock?

    <p>Clammy skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a vital sign commonly seen in decompensated shock?

    <p>Weak thready pulse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of irreversible shock?

    <p>Interventions can improve cardiac output for short periods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of giving intravenous fluids to a patient in shock?

    <p>To maintain proper perfusion to the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a symptom of compensated shock?

    <p>Shortness of breath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a vital sign commonly seen in compensated shock?

    <p>Tachycardia with weak thready pulse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a sign of decompensated shock?

    <p>Clammy skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a symptom of decompensated shock?

    <p>Impending cardiac arrest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common symptom of acute compartment syndrome?

    <p>Severe pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen if acute compartment syndrome is left untreated?

    <p>Nerve damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of impaired circulation in acute compartment syndrome?

    <p>Ischemia necrosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Boyle's law, what happens to the volume of a gas when its pressure is doubled?

    <p>The volume of the gas halves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Dalton's law, what happens to the partial pressure of each gas in a mixture when the total pressure increases?

    <p>The partial pressure of each gas increases proportionally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Henry's law, what happens to the amount of gas dissolved in a liquid when the partial pressure of the gas above the liquid decreases?

    <p>The amount of gas dissolved in the liquid increases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which law explains why the volume of gas decreases as pressure increases during descent?

    <p>Boyle's law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which law helps explain nitrogen narcosis, oxygen toxicity, and the dangers of contamination in pressurized breathing systems?

    <p>Dalton's law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which law explains why pulse oximetry readings in a diver with nitrogen narcosis remain unaffected?

    <p>Dalton's law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which law explains decompression sickness?

    <p>Henry's law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Boyle's law, what happens to the volume of a gas when its pressure is halved?

    <p>The volume of the gas doubles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Dalton's law, what happens to the total pressure of a mixture of gases when the partial pressure of each gas increases proportionally?

    <p>The total pressure of the mixture increases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Henry's law, what happens to the amount of gas dissolved in a liquid when the partial pressure of the gas above the liquid increases?

    <p>The amount of gas dissolved in the liquid increases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the recommended treatment for a fractured pelvis?

    <p>Apply a pelvic binder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of management for a fractured pelvis?

    <p>Reducing bleeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for a fractured femur?

    <p>Apply a traction splint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after identifying a pelvic fracture in a patient with signs/symptoms of hypoperfusion?

    <p>Apply a pelvic binder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a sign of neurogenic shock?

    <p>Pale and cool skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Parkland formula for fluid resuscitation in burn patients?

    <p>2-4ml x kg x BSA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the fluid be administered according to the Parkland formula?

    <p>Administered half throughout the first 8 hours and half throughout the next 16 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Cushing's triad?

    <p>Widened pulse pressure, bradycardia, irregular respirations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Beck's triad?

    <p>Low blood pressure, JVD, muffled chest sounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a sign of Cushing's triad?

    <p>Tachycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common symptom of a ruptured diaphragm?

    <p>Chest pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ultimate complication of a ruptured diaphragm?

    <p>Herniation of abdominal contents into the thoracic cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which side of the diaphragm is more commonly injured in cases of blunt trauma?

    <p>Left side</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended management for a ruptured diaphragm?

    <p>Maintaining adequate oxygen and providing rapid transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a physical sign to look for in the abdomen to suspect a ruptured diaphragm?

    <p>Concave/bowl shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the average diameter of a spinal vertebrae in the spinal column?

    <p>17mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the recommended fluid therapy for initial care of electrical/lightning strike injuries?

    <p>Sodium bicarb.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most common cause of injury in electrical/lightning strikes?

    <p>Burns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the recommended treatment priority for patients with no pulse in electrical/lightning strike incidents?

    <p>CPR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential consequence of a side splash injury in electrical/lightning strikes?

    <p>Respiratory arrest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the recommended triage method for managing the scene in electrical/lightning strike incidents?

    <p>Reverse triage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the recommended action for preventing hypoxia in electrical/lightning strike incidents?

    <p>Prompt transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is the correct precaution when immobilizing a pediatric patient?

    <p>Elevate the torso 2—3 cm so the head is in an inline, neutral position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be used to stabilize the head if an appropriate C-Collar is not available?

    <p>A towel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to prevent neck flexion in infants and toddlers during immobilization?

    <p>To avoid potential injury to the neck</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After how many weeks should a pregnant female be transported on her left side?

    <p>20 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cause of supine hypotension syndrome in pregnant patients?

    <p>Compression of the inferior vena cava</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what level is the uterus typically located at the 20-week mark?

    <p>Umbilical level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Crush syndrome occurs due to

    <p>a prolonged compression force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of crush syndrome?

    <p>Muscle destruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended time limit for extrication or release of an entrapped limb to avoid crush syndrome?

    <p>4 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following injuries is considered less important than injuries beneath the skin in crush syndrome?

    <p>Soft-tissue injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be the danger of crush syndrome even if the limb appears only swollen?

    <p>Internal damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common cause of a ruptured urinary bladder?

    <p>Blunt force trauma to the abdomen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a sign/symptom of a ruptured urinary bladder?

    <p>Abdominal distention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color would the blood appear if it is located above the bladder?

    <p>Darker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mortality rate associated with a ruptured urinary bladder?

    <p>High</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approximately what percent of patients presenting to the ER with soft tissue injuries develop an infection?

    <p>8%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aside from possible airway burns, a person removed from a burning building with smoke inhalation will also present with what form of poisoning?

    <p>Carbon monoxide poisoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does hyperbaric treatment work in dive emergencies?

    <p>It mechanically reduces bubbles size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of soft tissue infections in patients presenting to the ER?

    <p>Bacterial contamination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main gas involved in causing oxygen toxicity in divers?

    <p>Oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in dive emergencies?

    <p>To increase oxygen delivery to ischemic tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is responsible for liver shearing in deceleration injuries?

    <p>Ligament of Teres</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of warfarin usage in trauma patients?

    <p>Warfarin inhibits clotting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the rule of nines determine in burn injuries?

    <p>Total body percentages of burns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the body does the head account for in the rule of nines?

    <p>9%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the first step in the treatment of a pericardial tamponade?

    <p>Assess and manage XABCs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definitive management for a pericardial tamponade?

    <p>Perform pericardiocentesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should patients with abdominal injuries be positioned?

    <p>In a position of comfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action may provide relief for patients with abdominal injuries?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may momentarily increase preload in the treatment of a pericardial tamponade?

    <p>Administering IV fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of an epidural hematoma?

    <p>Accumulation of blood between the dura mater and the skull</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of an epidural hematoma?

    <p>Rupture in the meningeal artery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom associated with an epidural hematoma?

    <p>Lucid interval: patient will regain consciousness and be coherent during a brief period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended positioning for splinting an extremity?

    <p>Before applying a splint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of irreversible shock?

    <p>Failure of the body's compensatory mechanisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a strain and a sprain?

    <p>A strain is a stretching or tearing of muscles or tendons, and a sprain is a stretching or tearing of ligaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?

    <p>Ipsilateral pupil dilation, contralateral motor dysfunction, nausea and vomiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most common cause of subdural hematoma?

    <p>Venous bleed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age group is more commonly affected by subdural hematoma?

    <p>Older adults</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of acute subdural hematoma?

    <p>Unresponsiveness within 24 hours after injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a sign of subacute subdural hematoma?

    <p>Delayed signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of subdural hematoma is more likely to occur in alcoholics?

    <p>Chronic subdural hematoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an ominous sign first seen in a patient suffering from acute radiation exposure?

    <p>Onset of vomiting soon after exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the signs/symptoms of radiation exposure?

    <p>Burning of the skin, severe nausea, vomiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body systems are affected by acute radiation exposure?

    <p>Hematologic, CNS, and GI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the amount of radiation and the duration of exposure affect the presentation of signs/symptoms?

    <p>They determine how rapidly the symptoms present</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a sign of hemothorax?

    <p>Tracheal deviation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a sign of pneumothorax?

    <p>Tracheal deviation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a sign of hypovolemic shock caused by hemothorax?

    <p>Hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential symptom of hemothorax?

    <p>Agitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential symptom of pneumothorax?

    <p>Dullness on percussion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a sign of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?

    <p>Disproportionate swelling of an extremity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential symptom of a pulmonary embolism?

    <p>Low-grade fever</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should increase suspicion for thromboembolic disease when obtaining the history?

    <p>Recent orthopedic surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the field treatment for a pulmonary embolism?

    <p>Adequate oxygenation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential consequence of a dislodged DVT?

    <p>Pulmonary embolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential symptom of compensated shock?

    <p>Tachycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the goal of positive pressure ventilation (PPV) in patients with flail chest?

    <p>To increase oxygenation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may be needed for patients with reduced spo2 despite bag-valve mask (BVM) and supplemental oxygen?

    <p>CPAP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can pain medication potentially help with in patients with flail chest?

    <p>Promote ventilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a positive orthostatic response?

    <p>A systolic blood pressure decrease of at least 20 mm Hg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is orthostatic hypotension?

    <p>A drop in systolic blood pressure when a person is moved from a sitting position to a standing position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can a test for orthostatic hypotension be used to determine?

    <p>Both dehydration and hypovolemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should orthostatic hypotension be suspected?

    <p>When the systolic blood pressure decreases 20 mm Hg or more</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What usually happens to the pulse rate during orthostatic hypotension?

    <p>It increases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if patients are dizzy in the supine position?

    <p>Lift them to the stretcher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum time frame within which a positive orthostatic response should occur?

    <p>3 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions should be avoided when managing an evisceration?

    <p>Placing the organ back into the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach to managing an evisceration?

    <p>Apply a dressing soaked in normal saline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to keep the patient comfortable when managing an evisceration?

    <p>Cover the injured area to keep warm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most common cause of diffuse axonal injury?

    <p>Traumatic brain injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of all traumatic brain injury cases does diffuse axonal injury account for?

    <p>70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which age group is diffuse axonal injury one of the leading causes of death from brain injury?

    <p>Patients ages 15-40 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common symptom of exertional heatstroke?

    <p>Dry and flushed skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common complication of exertional heatstroke?

    <p>Dehydration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of exertional heatstroke compared to normal heatstroke?

    <p>Normal body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common symptom of aortic aneurysm?

    <p>Chest pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the pain typically located in aortic aneurysm?

    <p>Back, between shoulder blades</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a sign of shock in aortic aneurysm?

    <p>Decreased blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a pulsating or throbbing mass in the abdominal region a characteristic of?

    <p>Aortic aneurysm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of burn causes destruction and coagulation of tissues, resulting in a coagulative necrosis that may actually limit the depth of the burn?

    <p>Acid burns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of burn forms soluble products that sink into the tissue, carrying the burn deeper and making it more difficult to neutralize?

    <p>Alkali burns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of burn is more damaging and profoundly destructive to the eye, often within just a few minutes?

    <p>Alkali burns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of burn can be quickly dispersed by flushing, including flushing with the patient's own tears?

    <p>Acid burns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of burn progresses as long as the corrosive substance remains in contact with the skin?

    <p>Chemical burns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of burn is characterized by the formation of hydrogen ions that are relatively easy to neutralize?

    <p>Acid burns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of burn is characterized by the formation of hydroxide ions that form soluble products?

    <p>Alkali burns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a primary pulmonary blast injury?

    <p>Contusions and hemorrhages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for blast injuries involving the lungs?

    <p>Giving oxygen under positive pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can administering IV fluids lead to in blast injuries involving the lungs?

    <p>Pulmonary edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential complication of blast injuries involving the lungs that can lead to altered levels of consciousness and other neurologic signs?

    <p>Air embolisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What intervention is considered life-saving for blast injuries involving the lungs that can lead to a pneumothorax?

    <p>Needle decompression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can develop from explosions in blast injuries involving the lungs, leading to microhemorrhage within the lungs and further compromising ventilation and respiration?

    <p>Noncardiogenic pulmonary edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct procedure for splinting fractures?

    <p>Immobilize the bone ends and the two adjacent joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the dangers of knee dislocations?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be assessed and recorded before and after splinting?

    <p>Distal PMS functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended procedure for splinting dislocations?

    <p>Extend the splint along the entire length of the bone above and below the dislocated joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential complication of significant swelling and tissue damage in knee dislocations?

    <p>Compartment syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action before attempting to straighten fractured joints?

    <p>Obtain medical direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ produces aldosterone?

    <p>Adrenal glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of aldosterone in the kidney?

    <p>Retains sodium and promotes potassium excretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can excessive aldosterone production lead to?

    <p>Hypertension and edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions can be treated with corticosteroids?

    <p>Asthma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of corticosteroids?

    <p>Suppressing the body's immune response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which group of patients are corticosteroids commonly used for immune suppression?

    <p>Patients with organ transplants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the first step in the treatment of a patient who has been crushed/pinned by heavy machinery?

    <p>Assess ABCs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of administering a bolus of crystalloid solution to a patient who has been crushed/pinned by heavy machinery?

    <p>To increase intravascular volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of EKG monitoring in the treatment of a patient who has been crushed/pinned by heavy machinery?

    <p>To monitor cardiac activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the location for performing a needle decompression on the midclavicular line?

    <p>Between the 2nd and 3rd rib</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the location for performing a needle decompression on the anterior axillary line?

    <p>Between the 5th and 6th rib</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is the correct landmark for needle decompression on the midclavicular line?

    <p>Between the 3rd and 4th rib</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about a sucking chest wound?

    <p>A sucking chest wound occurs when air enters the chest wall through a puncture larger than the glottic opening.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the size of the puncture required for a chest wound to turn into a sucking chest wound?

    <p>The puncture needs to be larger than the glottic opening.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the respiratory effort in a sucking chest wound?

    <p>The respiratory effort moves air in through the chest wound rather than through the lung.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct formula to calculate mean arterial pressure (MAP)?

    <p>MAP = (2 x Systolic + Diastolic) / 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What internal structures could be damaged if a person experiences paresthesia following a traumatic injury?

    <p>Nerve damage due to pressure on the spinal cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential consequence of untreated acute compartment syndrome?

    <p>Muscle atrophy and permanent nerve damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a symptom of hyphemia?

    <p>Blurred vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dermatome is associated with the nipple line?

    <p>T4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are elderly individuals at greater risk for subdural hematomas?

    <p>Brain shrinkage causing stretching of internal veins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definite treatment for subdural hematomas?

    <p>Surgical intervention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symptoms may be reported by a patient with hyphemia?

    <p>Photophobia, pain, and blurred vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is a characteristic of chemical peritonitis?

    <p>Caused by the release of irritating substances into the abdominal cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is a common cause of bacterial peritonitis?

    <p>Bowel perforation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following organs can be damaged in chemical peritonitis?

    <p>Stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

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