Atls Test Questions And Answers 10th Edition · Limited

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– Rationale: The secondary survey (head-to-toe, AMPLE history) only starts after the primary survey (ABCDE) is finished and the patient is hemodynamically stable. Question 7: Head Injury A patient with a severe TBI has a BP of 100/60. What is the primary goal? A) Keep SBP < 90 to prevent rebleeding B) Maintain SBP > 90 mmHg C) Administer hypotonic fluids D) Hyperventilate to PaCO2 of 25 mmHg Atls Test Questions And Answers 10th Edition

– Rationale: An unstable patient (hypotension) with a positive FAST does NOT go to CT. They go directly to the operating room. Question 10: Transfer Criteria When is it appropriate to transfer a trauma patient to a higher level of care? A) When the on-call surgeon is in the OR B) When the patient requests it C) When resources or expertise for definitive care are lacking D) After all X-rays are completed Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes

– Rationale: Stridor + expanding neck hematoma indicates a "Cannot intubate, cannot ventilate" scenario due to upper airway obstruction. Attempting direct laryngoscopy (A) will likely fail and worsen swelling. A surgical airway (cricothyroidotomy) is the definitive life-saving step. Question 2: Shock Management Scenario: A 35-year-old with a pelvic fracture and femoral fracture has a blood pressure of 80/50 and heart rate of 130 after receiving 2 liters of warmed crystalloid. He remains confused. What is the most appropriate next fluid? A) Another 2 liters of crystalloid B) 1 liter of 5% albumin C) 2 units of O-negative packed red blood cells D) Start norepinephrine infusion Question 7: Head Injury A patient with a