Chapter 6-9

Front

Which of the following is an example of a mechanism of injury? Abdominal pain, Explosion, Difficulty breathing, Shock

Back

Explosion

Front

Which of the following statements most accurately reflects blunt trauma? Bleeding usually is visibly profuse and apparent., The injuries typically are minor and not life threatening., It usually is caused by an object with sharp edges., The extent of injuries may not be readily visible.

Back

The extent of injuries may not be readily visible.

Front

In a motor-vehicle collision, injuries to which of the following would most likely result from use of the shoulder strap? Hips, Abdomen, Head, Shoulders

Back

Shoulders

Front

You identify that a vehicle is unstable. Which of the following is the least appropriate to do to stabilize the vehicle? Wrap a rope around the door handle, securing it to a large tree., Let the air out of the tires., Place several large rocks around the wheels., Place blocks against the wheels.

Back

Wrap a rope around the door handle, securing it to a large tree.

Front

You are approaching the scene of an emergency and notice a strange odor and a large cloud of gas in the area of the emergency. You would suspect which of the following? Chocking, Hazardous materials, Penetrating trauma, Explosion

Back

Hazardous materials

Front

When receiving information from dispatch about an emergency, keep in mind that the information is-

Back

Possibly incomplete.

Front

The following are guidelines for you to follow when arriving at an emergency scene. Which of the following should you do first? Get the help needed by notifying additional personnel., Take time to evaluate the scene., Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)., Do not attempt to do anything if you have not been trained.

Back

Take time to evaluate the scene.

Front

When arriving at an emergency scene, you should first ensure the safety of-

Back

Yourself.

Front

You are providing care to a patient who has been in a motor-vehicle collision. You observe a large, bluish lump forming under the patient's skin on his right leg. You would identify this as which of the following?

Back

Hematoma

Front

You determine that a vehicle is stable if it is positioned-

Back

On the shoulder of the road.