ITLS Basic Pre Test Flashcards
1
Q
proper immobilization of the forearm (radius and ulna) fracture includes splinting:
A
the wrist, elbow and fracture site
2
Q
what treatment is not indicated in the routine Tx of a pt with a head injury? Admin of 100%O2, fluid resuscitation to a BP of 110-120 systolic is pt is hypotensive, hyperventilation to obtain an ETCO2 of
A
C
3
Q
What is the sellicks maneuver?
A
posteriorly directed pressure applied to the cricoid cartilage
