CAISS External and Thermal 5

Question 1

What TBSA threshold for full-thickness burns in adults generally warrants transfer to a burn center according to ABA criteria?

Accepted Answer

≥ 10% TBSA

Answer

The American Burn Association recommends burn center transfer for full-thickness burns of ≥ 10% TBSA in adults.

Question 2

A contusion (bruise) documented as 'large, covering the entire lateral thigh' would typically receive which AIS code?

Accepted Answer

AIS 2

Answer

Large contusions without deep structural damage are generally coded AIS 2 (moderate) in the External body region.

Question 3

Which formula is used to calculate the Parkland fluid resuscitation volume for burn patients in the first 24 hours?

Accepted Answer

4 mL × kg × %TBSA burned

Answer

The Parkland formula uses 4 mL × body weight (kg) × %TBSA burned for Lactated Ringer's solution in the first 24 hours.

Question 4

In AIS, the term 'NFS' (Not Further Specified) in an injury descriptor indicates:

Accepted Answer

Sufficient detail to assign a more specific code is lacking

Answer

NFS means the documentation lacks enough detail to assign a more specific AIS code, so the coder uses the general/NFS descriptor.

Question 5

A high-voltage electrical burn (> 1000 V) differs from a flame burn primarily because it:

Accepted Answer

Causes internal tissue destruction along the current path

Answer

High-voltage electrical injury causes deep tissue destruction along the current pathway, including muscle and vessels, beyond what the surface wound suggests.

(CAISS) Certified Abbreviated Injury Scale Specialist Practice Test

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CAISS External and Thermal 5