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ATLS Post Test 2023 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (100% CORRECT). 1. The primary indication for transferring a patient to a higher-level trauma center is: 4. Which one of the following statements regarding patients with thoracic spine injuries is TRUE? unavailability of a surgeon or operating room staff. multiple system injuries, including severe head injury. resource limitations as determined by the transferring doctor. resource limitations as determined by the hospital administration. wi...

TNCC Final Exam Test 2023 Question and Answers – Open Book Why is a measure of serum lactate obtained in the initial assessment of the trauma patient? 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 cool and dry. Current vital signs are BP 104/84mm Hg, HR 108, RR 28 breaths/min. The patient is demonstrating signs and symptoms of which stage of shock? An elderly patient ...

EMER 107 – pcp Exam Questions & Answers 2023/2024 Levels of care in Canada - ANSWER-CCP, ACP, PCP, EMS Scope of practice - ANSWER-the level you are licensed in your province and what you are allowed to do What is a mutual and a tiered response system? - ANSWER-Mutual: EMS, fire dept., police etc... (activated simultaneously in time sensitive calls Tiered: response systems that can provide initial medical care to patient until transporting EMS arrives. What is NOCP? - ANSWER-Nat...

TNCC final exam test 2024 open book actual questions and answers graded A+ Why is a measure of serum lactate obtained in the initial assessment of the trauma patient? Answer: c - 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 ...

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American Heart Association protocols are based on _________ - ANSWER-A. Evidence- Based Research As an EMT, you may be authorized to administer aspirin to a patient with chest pain based on: - ANSWER-B. Medical director approval National guidelines for EMS care are intended to __________. - ANSWER-D.provide more consistent delivery of EMS care across the United States Online medical control requires __________. - ANSWER-A. phone or radio contact with the medical director Prehospital pat...

The ability to understand others and have them understand you is known as __________. Select one: A. self-confidence B. scene leadership C. communication D. teamwork and diplomacy correct answer: C. communication Which of the following courses requires about 150 hours of training? Select one: A. EMT B. Paramedic C. EMR D. AEMT correct answer: A. EMT What is an EMT's primary service area? Select one: A. The area serviced by the EMT's medical director B. The main area in whi...

POST TEST ATLS 2021| 2022| 2023 With Correct and Verified ANSWERS (SOAL POST TEST). SOAL POST TEST 1. Cardiac tamponade after trauma a. is seldom life-threatening b. can be excluded by an upright, AP chest x-ray c. can be confused with a tension pneumothorax d. causes a fall in systolic pressure of > 15 mm Hg with expiration e. most commonly occurs after blunt injury to the anterior chest wall 2. Which one of the following statements regarding patients with thoracic spine injuries i...

American Heart Association protocols are based on _________ correct answer: A. Evidence- Based Research As an EMT, you may be authorized to administer aspirin to a patient with chest pain based on: correct answer: B. Medical director approval National guidelines for EMS care are intended to __________. correct answer: D.provide more consistent delivery of EMS care across the United States Online medical control requires __________. correct answer: A. phone or radio contact with the ...

Which of the following is the recommended Method for trestemt frostbite? A. Vasodilators B. Anticigulants C. Warm (40 degrees) water D. Padding and elevation E. Application of heat from a hairdryer - Answer C. Warm (40 degrees) water Which of the following physical findings suggest a cause of hypotension other than spinal cord injury? A. Prispism B. Bradycardia C. Diaphragmatic breathing D. Presence of deep tendon reflexes E. Ability to flex forearms but not extend them - Answer ...