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What is the best measure of the adequacy of cellular perfusion and helps predict the outcome of resuscitation? - ANSWER-Base deficit used in conjunction with serum lactate Will hypocapnia cause vasoconstriction or vasodilation, especially in the cerebral vasculature? - ANSWER-Vasoconstriction What results from tissue hypo perfusion and oxygen deficit? - ANSWER-Metabolic acidosis What type of shock results in generalized vasodilation? - ANSWER-Neurogenic shock Spinal cord injuries at ...

The major cause of preventable death after injury - ANSWER-Uncontrolled hemorrhage The best measure of the adequacy of cellular perfusion and helps to predict the outcome of resuscitation - ANSWER-Base deficit Examples of primary blast injuries - ANSWER-Blast lung, ruptured tympanic membrane, TBI, abdominal hemorrhage Examples of secondary blast injuries - ANSWER-Wounds from debris and bomb fragments Examples of tertiary blast injuries - ANSWER-Blunt or penetrating trauma from the bo...

What are the greatest risks for transport? - ANSWER-Loss of airway patency, displaced obstructive tubes lines or catheters, dislodge splinting devices, need to replace or reinforce dressings, deterioration in patient status change in vital signs or level of consciousness, injury to the patient and/or team members According to newtons law which of these two force is greater: size or force? - ANSWER-Neither. For each force there is an equal and opposite reaction. What is the relationship bet...

The trauma nurse knows that placing a bariatric patient in a "ramped position" provides better visualization during the insertion of which device? - ANSWER-endotracheal tube Tearing of the bridging veins is most frequently associated with which brain injury? - ANSWER-subdural hematoma A patient is found lying on the floor after falling 13 hours ago. Which of the following laboratory values is expected with a musculoskeletal complication associated with this presentation? - ANSWER-Elevate...

Why is a measure of serum lactate obtained in the initial assessment of the trauma patient? Answer: c - ANSWER-a) to measure oxygenation and ventilation b) to quantify the base deficit for the adequacy of cellular perfusion c) *to gauge end-organ perfusion and tissue hypoxia ** d) to determine the underlying cause of shock A trauma patient is restless and repeatedly asking "where am I?" vital signs upon arrival were BP 100/60 mm Hg, HR 96 beats/min, and RR 24 breaths/min. Her skin is...

. A- airway and Alertness with simultaneous cervical spinal stabilization 2. B- breathing and Ventilation 3. circulation and control of hemorrhage 4. D - disability (neurologic status) 5. F - full set of vitals and Family presence 6. G - Get resuscitation adjuncts L- Lab results (arterial gases, blood type and crossmatch) M- monitor for continuous cardiac rhythm and rate assessment N- naso or orogastric tube consideration O- oxygenation and ventilation analysis: Pulse oxygemetry an...

Primary concern when a person cannot stop coughing/clearing their throat following house fire/smoke? - ANSWER-Airway/Intubate Lab evidence of cellular perfusion - ANSWER-Base Excess (Less than -6 is BAD) Multiple people are in the ER of different ages who all go to the same church. They all have the same symptoms. What is the most likely cause? - ANSWER-Biologic Suspected shock type with a spinal cord injury - ANSWER-Distributive Shock (Includes neurogenic) Patient has GCS of 3, uneq...

Expedite transfer to the closest trauma center - ANSWER-A 56 y/o M pt involved in a motor vehicle crash is brought to the ED of a rural critical access facility. He complains of neck pain, SOB, and diffuse abd pain. His GCS is 15. His VS: BP 98/71, HR 125, RR 26, SpO2 94% on high-flow O2 via NRB mask. Which of the following is the priority intervention for this patient? a pertinent medical hx is crucial - ANSWER-Which of the following considerations is the most important when caring for a ger...

What is the Trauma Assessment Mnemonic? - ANSWER-A = Airway with simultaneous cervical spine stabilization/immobilization B = Breathing C = Circulation D = Disability (neurologic status) E = Expose patient/Environmental Control F = Full set of VS/Focused Adjuncts/Facilitate Family Presence G = Give comfort measures H = History/Head-to-toe assessment I = Inspect posterior surfaces What is assessed in Airway while simultaneously protecting the cervical spine? - ANSWER-Assess: - Vocal...

What is the form you sign that says you will pay the loan back ? - ANSWER-promissory note What is the post licensing grace period after first expiration ? - ANSWER-none Deposits is a form of... - ANSWER-valuable consideration Physical land and improvements - ANSWER-real property Is it a violation if a sales associate work for two brokers Monday-Friday, and Saturday and Sunday and getting paid commission from both - ANSWER-Yes What is the maximum fine per offense ? - ANSWER-$5,000 ...