60 Questions
Which of the following is a consideration when assessing trauma in pregnant women during the 1st trimester?
Rapid foetal weight gain
Which of the following is a change in the cardiovascular system during pregnancy?
Increased clotting factors
What is a consideration when assessing trauma in pediatric patients compared to adults?
More significant internal organ damage
Which of the following is a characteristic of children's neck anatomy that makes them more susceptible to cervical spine injury?
All of the above
Which of the following is a common injury in children's limbs?
Greenstick fractures
What is the purpose of capnography in medical assessment?
To analyze and record carbon dioxide concentrations in respiratory gases
Which phase of waveform capnography corresponds to the elimination of CO2 from the alveoli and usually has a slight increase in slope as 'slow' alveoli empty?
Phase III
What can a sudden spike in the waveform of waveform capnography indicate?
ROSC in cardiac arrest
Which condition can cause a sudden decrease in EtCO2 to 0 in waveform capnography?
Dislodged tube
Which of the following is a sign of increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?
Hypertension
What is the primary cause of secondary brain injury?
Hypoxia
Which type of hematoma is characterized by arterial bleeding and can quickly evolve into herniation?
Epidural hematoma
Which of the following is a symptom of cardiac tamponade?
Muffled heart sounds
What is the most common cause of blunt cardiac injury?
Impact with steering wheel
Which of the following is a danger sign of a fracture/dislocation?
Pale skin or poor cap refill
Which type of spinal cord injury is characterized by motor loss on one side of the body and sensory loss on the opposite side?
Brown Sequard Syndrome
Which type of spinal cord injury is characterized by damage to the cervical cord resulting in lower limb function only and altered trunk sensation?
Central Cord Syndrome
Which type of spinal cord injury is characterized by preservation of position, vibration, and touch due to sparing of the posterior column?
Anterior Artery Syndrome
Which one of the following is a common finding in a conscious patient with tension pneumothorax?
Venous distention
What are the indications for immediate chest decompression in the presence of traumatic chest injury?
Decreased GCS on O2
What is the recommended insertion site for chest decompression?
Down the sternum and locate the angle of Louis
Which of the following is the correct management for an amputated body part?
Place the part in a plastic bag and seal it
What is the goal of splinting?
To immobilize the injured body part
In case of a joint injury, when should joint injuries be realigned?
If there is no distal pulse
What should be done with an avulsion injury?
Place the tissue back in its normal location if possible
What is the aim of resuscitation in burns management?
To increase perfusion and prevent irreversible damage
Which burn zone occurs at the point of maximum damage?
Coagulation (necrosis)
What happens in the outermost burn zone?
Tissue perfusion is increased
What is the effect of burn on capillary permeability?
Capillary permeability is increased
When is splinting appropriate for a fracture?
After conducting a neuro and circulatory check
Which trimester of pregnancy is characterized by rapid development of the embryo/foetus and containment in the pelvis?
1st trimester
Which cardiovascular change occurs during pregnancy?
Increased clotting factors
What is the effect of relaxin release during pregnancy?
Increased risk of dislocations and subluxations
Which of the following is a characteristic of pediatric neck anatomy that makes them more susceptible to cervical spine injury?
Larger head size and weight compared to neck and trunk
What is the primary cause of shock?
External/internal blood loss
What is the purpose of capnography in medical assessment?
Continuous analysis and recording of carbon dioxide concentrations in respiratory gases
Which of the following is a sign of increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?
Drowsiness and confusion
What is the primary cause of secondary brain injury?
Hypoxia
Which of the following is a symptom of cardiac tamponade?
Pulsus paradoxus
Which type of capnometry relies on a pH change and changes color from purple to brown to yellow?
Semi-quantitative capnometry
What does the shape of the waveform in waveform capnography provide clues about?
Ventilation
In which phase of waveform capnography does the elimination of CO2 from the alveoli occur?
Phase III
Which of the following is a mechanism of spinal cord injury?
Hyperextension
Which type of spinal cord injury is characterized by no motor or sensory function below the level of injury?
Central Cord Syndrome
What is the primary cause of secondary tissue degeneration in spinal cord injury?
Cell toxicity
Which of the following is a clinical feature of a fracture?
Muffled heart sounds
What is a potential cause of cardiac tamponade?
Fracture of the pelvis
What is the primary goal of splinting a fracture?
To realign the bones
Which of the following is a common finding in an unconscious ventilated patient with tension pneumothorax?
Decreased air entry on affected side
What is the recommended size of a cannula for chest decompression?
16g: 3cm long
What is the primary indication for immediate chest decompression in the presence of traumatic chest injury?
Decreased GCS on O2
Which of the following is the correct management for an amputated body part?
Place the part in a plastic bag and seal it
What is the goal of splinting?
To immobilize the injured body part
What should be done with an avulsion injury?
Leave the tissue in its normal location
What is the aim of resuscitation in burns management?
To increase tissue perfusion and prevent irreversible damage
What happens in the outermost burn zone?
Tissue perfusion is increased
What are the general principles of splinting?
Immobilize dislocations or fractures involving joints in position of comfort
What are the burn types?
Thermal, chemical, and electrical
What occurs at the point of maximum damage in a burn?
Coagulation (necrosis)
What is the effect of burn on capillary permeability?
Capillary permeability is increased
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