Chapter 10

Question 1

Why do scalp wounds bleed profusely?

Answer 1

Rich in blood vessels, vessels don’t constrict

Question 2

How do we control bleeding in scalp wounds?

Answer 2

Direct pressure over wound or if skull fracture is suspected use indirect pressure using donut pad

Question 3

What do we look for in a skull fracture?

Answer 3

Deformity, CSF, raccoon eyes, battle’s sign (bruising), penetrating wound

Question 4

How do we treat skull fractures?

Answer 4

Donut or ring pad for bleeding, elevate upper body slightly

Question 5

How do you treat brain injury?

Answer 5

Stabilize head a neck, 1,2,3 rule, head injury follow-up

Question 6

How do you flush your eyes when you get chemicals in it?

Answer 6

Center out

Question 7

Nosebleed caused by allergies, frequent or hard nose blowing, cold, dry air

Answer 7

Anterior nosebleed

Question 8

Nosebleed caused by high blood pressure, blood thinning medicine

Answer 8

Posterior nosebleed

Question 9

What position should someone be in when they have a nosebleed?

Answer 9

Sit up and lean forward

Question 10

How do you transport a knocked out tooth?

Answer 10

Saliva, whole milk, save a tooth kit, do not soak in water

Question 11

What are the signs and symptoms of spinal injury?

Answer 11

Pain on movement, numbness, incontinence, paralysis, deformity

Question 12

When would you remove a helmet if someone has an injury?

Answer 12

If the airway is blocked