Chapter 21

Question 1

The index of suspicion is derived directly from ……………

Answer 1

mechanism of injury

Question 2

When is it acceptable to move a patient with a suspected pelvic fracture?

Answer 2

when absolutely necessary after MAST garments have been applied to stabilize the pelvic region

Question 3

True or False? A patient experiencing respiratory difficulty should be forced to lie down in order to ease their breathing and reduce the workload on the body.

Answer 3

false

Question 4

When performing a needle chest decompression, what is the preferred size of the needle required to adequately decompress the chest?

Answer 4

14 gage

Question 5

What is the usual dose of morphine for adult patients in severe pain?

Answer 5

10 - 20 mg

Question 6

What type of suture material is best used for surface closures and cause very little tissue reaction?

Answer 6

Dermalon

Question 7

What degree of thermal burns to the skin is characterized by epidermal blisters, mottled appearance, and a red base? Damage extends into but not through the dermis. Recovery usually takes 2 to 3 weeks.

Answer 7

second degree burn