Trauma Care Flashcards
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Which class of hemorrhagic shock is characterized by 30–40% blood volume loss with confusion and decreased BP?
Answer: Class III
Class III hemorrhagic shock involves 30–40% blood volume loss (1500–2000 mL) with confusion, decreased BP, and decreased urine output.
In a patient with a traumatic brain injury, you should avoid:
Answer: Hypotension and hypoxia
Hypotension (SBP <90) and hypoxia (SpO2 <90%) are the two most damaging secondary insults in traumatic brain injury.
Which of the following is the MOST reliable indicator of internal abdominal hemorrhage in trauma?
Answer: Abdominal distension with hemodynamic instability
Abdominal distension combined with hemodynamic instability strongly suggests significant internal hemorrhage requiring urgent surgical intervention.
A patient has burns covering the entire anterior torso and both arms. Using the Rule of Nines, what percentage of BSA is burned?
Answer: 36%
Anterior torso = 18%, each arm = 9% (×2 = 18%), totaling 36% BSA burned.
Which type of burn requires immediate fluid resuscitation and hospital transport?
Answer: Full-thickness burns >10% BSA
Full-thickness burns covering more than 10% BSA require immediate IV fluid resuscitation and urgent hospital care.
When immobilizing a long bone fracture, the splint should immobilize:
Answer: The joint above and below the fracture site
Splints must immobilize the joint above and below the fracture site to prevent movement and further injury.