ERT ERT Medical Emergencies & Triage 2

Question 1

What does the acronym AVPU stand for in patient assessment?

Accepted Answer

Alert, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive

Answer

AVPU is a rapid neurological assessment scale: Alert, responds to Verbal stimuli, responds to Pain, or Unresponsive.

Question 2

Which of the following is a sign of anaphylactic shock that distinguishes it from other types of shock?

Accepted Answer

Urticaria (hives) and wheezing

Answer

Anaphylaxis presents with urticaria and bronchospasm (wheezing) caused by the systemic allergic response, distinguishing it from other shock types.

Question 3

When applying a tourniquet to control severe limb hemorrhage, where should it be placed?

Accepted Answer

2–3 inches proximal to the wound

Answer

A tourniquet should be applied 2–3 inches proximal (above) the wound to occlude blood flow without damaging joint structures.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of the 'C' in the MARCH acronym used in tactical/emergency care?

Accepted Answer

Control catastrophic hemorrhage

Answer

In the MARCH protocol (Massive hemorrhage, Airway, Respiration, Circulation, Hypothermia), the 'M' and context of 'C' both emphasize stopping life-threatening bleeding first.

Question 5

A patient presents with a sucking chest wound. What is the immediate treatment?

Accepted Answer

Apply a vented chest seal or occlusive dressing

Answer

A vented chest seal (or three-sided occlusive dressing) prevents air entry into the pleural space while allowing air to escape, reducing tension pneumothorax risk.

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ERT ERT Medical Emergencies & Triage 2