ATLS Practice Test 10th Edition 2

Question 1

According to ATLS 10th edition, what is the recommended initial crystalloid bolus for a hypotensive adult trauma patient?

Accepted Answer

1 liter of warmed isotonic crystalloid

Answer

The 10th edition changed from 2 liters to 1 liter, reflecting evidence that excessive crystalloid worsens outcomes.

Question 2

The ATLS 10th edition emphasizes that the MOST preventable cause of death in trauma is:

Accepted Answer

Hemorrhage

Answer

Hemorrhage is the most common preventable cause of death in trauma.

Question 3

In the ATLS 10th edition, which mnemonic prioritizes hemorrhage control?

Accepted Answer

MARCH

Answer

MARCH (Massive hemorrhage, Airway, Respirations, Circulation, Hypothermia) places hemorrhage first.

Question 4

What did the 10th edition change regarding hemorrhagic shock classification?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledged vital signs overlap significantly between classes

Answer

The 10th edition acknowledges the four-class system oversimplifies clinical reality.

Question 5

What is the 10th edition recommendation regarding whole blood in trauma?

Accepted Answer

Recognized as potentially superior to component therapy for massive hemorrhage

Answer

Emerging evidence from military experience shows low-titer group O whole blood may be superior.

ATLS - Advanced Trauma Life Support Practice Test