EMT Domain 3: Trauma

During the primary assessment of a trauma patient, you note paradoxical motion of the left chest wall. What is the most likely cause?

In a patient with a suspected pelvic fracture, which of the following interventions should be avoided?

A patient presents with a penetrating injury to the chest. Upon assessment, you note the presence of a sucking chest wound. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial management?

In a trauma patient with signs of shock and a suspected spinal injury, which method of fluid resuscitation is preferred?

Which of the following is the most significant complication associated with long bone fractures?

When assessing a patient with a traumatic amputation of the arm, what is the highest priority?

When assessing a patient with blunt abdominal trauma, which of the following signs is most indicative of intra-abdominal hemorrhage?

What is the primary reason for splinting a lower extremity fracture in a trauma patient?

In a patient with a chest trauma who is exhibiting signs of tension pneumothorax, what is the most immediate intervention?

In the pre-hospital management of a patient with an open pneumothorax, what is the initial step?

Which of the following is the most critical consideration when managing a patient with a traumatic amputation of a limb and severe bleeding?

For a patient experiencing traumatic cardiac arrest following blunt chest trauma, which intervention is most likely to improve outcomes?

What is the most appropriate management strategy for a patient with a penetrating neck injury and signs of airway compromise?

When assessing a patient with multiple trauma injuries, which of the following signs would most strongly suggest the presence of a tension pneumothorax?

What is the priority intervention for a patient with suspected spinal injury and respiratory distress?

In trauma patients, the 'lethal triad' consists of hypothermia, acidosis, and what third component?

For a patient with severe maxillofacial injuries and significant oral bleeding, what is the best position to minimize the risk of aspiration?

Which of the following is the most appropriate action when managing a patient with a severe crush injury to the lower extremities trapped under debris?

When evaluating a patient with burns from an explosion, which of the following assessment findings would most urgently suggest the need for intubation?

In the pre-hospital management of a patient with an open pneumothorax, what is the initial step?