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Denning [Date] [Course title]
, Inadequate perfusion/energy production at the cellular level. - Answer: Shock
Why are case studies important in the hospital? - Answer: It gives us evidence based practice.
What is the definition of anaerobic metabolism? - Answer: Without oxygen
When does hemorrhage control start in the trauma assessment? - Answer: Right away.
Why do we needle decompress somebody? - Answer: If there is an increase work of breathing/absent
lung sounds/ inadequate perfusion
What is the easiest way to open the airway of a trauma patient? - Answer: Jaw thrust
What is the problem with intubation? - Answer: It requires a lot of practice.
When you arrive on scene and find your patient with their airway full of blood, how long should you
suction for? - Answer: Until the airway is clear from blood. Ten seconds
What is the best way to confirm you have the ET tube in place? - Answer: End tidal
When should you start the secondary assessment on a trauma patient? - Answer: When time and
situation allows
What are some pre-arrival factors you should be considering upon arrival to your designated call? -
Answer: Time of day, weather, location, hazards and possible additional needs
What is the main reason for a primary assessment on a trauma patient? - Answer: To identify and treat
immediate life threats
What is the most common type of shock and what is the main cause of shock? - Answer: Hemorrhagic
shock due to either uncontrolled internal/external hemorrhage
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