OEC Trauma Management & Injury Care

Question 1

What is the first priority in managing severe bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Apply direct pressure to the wound

Answer

Clean the wound with alcohol.

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Cover with loose gauze.

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Wrap the entire limb immediately.

Question 2

Why should spinal precautions be taken in trauma care?

Accepted Answer

To minimize movement of a potentially injured spine

Answer

To help the patient sleep.

Answer

To support leg fractures.

Answer

To increase patient warmth.

Question 3

What is the purpose of splinting a fracture?

Accepted Answer

To immobilize and support the injured area

Answer

To slow healing.

Answer

To tighten muscles.

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To improve blood flow.

Question 4

Which signs may indicate internal bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Swelling, bruising, and low blood pressure

Answer

High energy and warmth.

Answer

Headache and hunger.

Answer

Itchy skin and rash.

Question 5

How should a suspected head injury be treated?

Accepted Answer

Immobilize and monitor until help arrives

Answer

Move the patient quickly.

Answer

Apply ice and wrap tightly.

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Keep patient walking to stay alert.

Question 6

What is the best way to manage a burn in the field?

Accepted Answer

Cool with water and cover with dry dressing

Answer

Apply butter or lotion.

Answer

Use hot compresses.

Answer

Scrub the area thoroughly.

Question 7

What is a sign of a possible fracture?

Accepted Answer

Swelling, bruising, and loss of movement

Answer

Improved flexibility.

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Muscle relaxation.

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Tingling in fingers.

Question 8

How should a penetrating chest injury be treated?

Accepted Answer

Cover with an occlusive dressing and monitor breathing

Answer

Apply pressure and wrap tightly.

Answer

Remove the object quickly.

Answer

Leave it open to air.

Question 9

Why is it important to monitor for shock after trauma?

Accepted Answer

To recognize and treat life-threatening symptoms early

Answer

To check oxygen tanks.

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To prevent hiccups.

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To increase heart rate.