Question 1

Management of an open pneumothorax involves ______________.

Accepted Answer

A)  administering low-flow oxygen 
B)  creating a two-way valve with a dressing 
C)  endotracheal intubuation 
D)  All of the above 
A)  administering low-flow oxygen 
B)  creating a two-way valve with a dressing 
C)  endotracheal intubuation 
D)  All of the above C

Question 2

Which of the following are indicative signs and symptoms of someone experiencing traumatic asphyxia?

Accepted Answer

A)  Paleness of the skin 
B)  Ashen complexion 
C)  Cyanosis 
D)  Dark red or blue coloring head and neck 
A)  Paleness of the skin 
B)  Ashen complexion 
C)  Cyanosis 
D)  Dark red or blue coloring head and neck D

Question 3

When assessing whether someone has a punctured lung, which of the following statements is not true?

Accepted Answer

A)  If you note a hyperresonant sound in the thorax, you might suspect a pneumothorax. 
B)  If you note a hyporesonant sound in the thorax, you might suspect a pneumothorax. 
C)  A pneumothorax involves air that is trapped between the parietal and visceral pleurae. 
D)  A dull sound during percussion testing is indicative of a hemothorax. 
A)  If you note a hyperresonant sound in the thorax, you might suspect a pneumothorax. 
B)  If you note a hyporesonant sound in the thorax, you might suspect a pneumothorax. 
C)  A pneumothorax involves air that is trapped between the parietal and visceral pleurae. 
D)  A dull sound during percussion testing is indicative of a hemothorax. B

Question 4

_________ is a life-threatening condition in which air is able to enter and exit the pleural space.

Accepted Answer

A)  Simple pneumothorax 
B)  Tension pneumothorax 
C)  Open pneumothorax 
D)  None of the above 
A)  Simple pneumothorax 
B)  Tension pneumothorax 
C)  Open pneumothorax 
D)  None of the above

Question 5

Subcutaneous emphysema _________.

Accepted Answer

A)  is air trapped under the skin 
B)  results from air escaping the lungs 
C)  presents as crackling and crepitus during palpation 
D)  All of the above 
A)  is air trapped under the skin 
B)  results from air escaping the lungs 
C)  presents as crackling and crepitus during palpation 
D)  All of the above

Question 6

Which of the following is not true regarding paradoxical motion of the rib cage during breathing?

Accepted Answer

A)  Paradoxical movement of the rib cage is the result of an unstable segment. 
B)  Acute muscle spasm will exacerbate paradoxical rib motion. 
C)  Fatigue of the intercostal muscles will cause paradoxical rib motion to become exaggerated. 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Paradoxical movement of the rib cage is the result of an unstable segment. 
B)  Acute muscle spasm will exacerbate paradoxical rib motion. 
C)  Fatigue of the intercostal muscles will cause paradoxical rib motion to become exaggerated. 
D)  All of the above

Question 7

When performing an assessment of an athlete with a suspected thoracic injury, what is the first step?

Accepted Answer

A)  Observe the athlete's general appearance; level of consciousness; and airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs). 
B)  Activate the emergency action plan. 
C)  Correct any life-threatening condition. 
D)  Take a thorough history. 
A)  Observe the athlete's general appearance; level of consciousness; and airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs). 
B)  Activate the emergency action plan. 
C)  Correct any life-threatening condition. 
D)  Take a thorough history.

Question 8

Following the history portion of an assessment, you will be making a series of observations. Which of the following might you be observing in your patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Level of anxiety 
B)  Ability to speak in full sentences 
C)  Demeanor 
D)  Mental status 
E)  All of the above 
A)  Level of anxiety 
B)  Ability to speak in full sentences 
C)  Demeanor 
D)  Mental status 
E)  All of the above

Question 9

When managing an athlete with a flail chest, _____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  the athlete should be placed on her side to splint the area 
B)  manual pressure is not an adequate means of stabilizing the area in someone with a suspected C-spine injury 
C)  high-flow oxygen therapy is contraindicated 
D)  intubation should be avoided 
A)  the athlete should be placed on her side to splint the area 
B)  manual pressure is not an adequate means of stabilizing the area in someone with a suspected C-spine injury 
C)  high-flow oxygen therapy is contraindicated 
D)  intubation should be avoided

Question 10

_________ involves air being trapped between the parietal and visceral pleurae, causing the lung to collapse.

Accepted Answer

A)  Simple pneumothorax 
B)  Tension pneumothorax 
C)  Open pneumothorax 
D)  None of the above 
A)  Simple pneumothorax 
B)  Tension pneumothorax 
C)  Open pneumothorax 
D)  None of the above

Question 11

Which of the following have been linked to the development of pulmonary embolisms?

Accepted Answer

A)  A clot that has broken loose from another location in the body 
B)  Fat cells from long bones 
C)  Females taking birth control pills 
D)  All of the above 
A)  A clot that has broken loose from another location in the body 
B)  Fat cells from long bones 
C)  Females taking birth control pills 
D)  All of the above

Question 12

If a pulmonary embolism develops, it can be devastating because________.

Accepted Answer

A)  it can block pulmonary circulation 
B)  it can increase dead space in the lungs 
C)  it can result in lung tissue death 
D)  A & C 
E)  A, B, & C 
A)  it can block pulmonary circulation 
B)  it can increase dead space in the lungs 
C)  it can result in lung tissue death 
D)  A & C 
E)  A, B, & C

Question 13

Which of the following might you be concerned with if an athlete is diagnosed with a fracture of rib 11?

Accepted Answer

A)  Further injury to the lungs 
B)  Further injury to the cardiovascular system 
C)  Further injury to the liver and spleen 
D)  Further injury to the colon 
A)  Further injury to the lungs 
B)  Further injury to the cardiovascular system 
C)  Further injury to the liver and spleen 
D)  Further injury to the colon

Question 14

Lungs in a patient with a pulmonary embolism will ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  sound normal 
B)  emit wheezing noises 
C)  exhibit rhonchi 
D)  A & B 
E)  B & C 
A)  sound normal 
B)  emit wheezing noises 
C)  exhibit rhonchi 
D)  A & B 
E)  B & C

Question 15

Of the following conditions, which presents as a medical emergency?

Accepted Answer

A)  A single-rib fracture 
B)  Fractures of the sternum 
C)  Posterior dislocation of the sternoclavicular joint with concomitant respiratory distress 
D)  A & B 
E)  B & C 
A)  A single-rib fracture 
B)  Fractures of the sternum 
C)  Posterior dislocation of the sternoclavicular joint with concomitant respiratory distress 
D)  A & B 
E)  B & C

Question 16

Management of someone with a hemothorax should involve the following except___________.

Accepted Answer

A)  intravenous fluid 
B)  supplemental oxygen 
C)  endotracheal intubation 
D)  transport to a hospital 
E)  administering Coumadin 
A)  intravenous fluid 
B)  supplemental oxygen 
C)  endotracheal intubation 
D)  transport to a hospital 
E)  administering Coumadin

Question 17

_________ are caused by fluid in the smaller airways, in many cases because of pulmonary edema.

Accepted Answer

A)  Stridors 
B)  Rhonchi 
C)  Crackles 
D)  Diminished lung sounds 
A)  Stridors 
B)  Rhonchi 
C)  Crackles 
D)  Diminished lung sounds

Question 18

Which of the following would be an indication of an upper airway obstruction?

Accepted Answer

A)  Snoring sound 
B)  Rhonchi 
C)  Crackles 
D)  Diminished lung sounds 
A)  Snoring sound 
B)  Rhonchi 
C)  Crackles 
D)  Diminished lung sounds

Question 19

Which of the following should you do if an athlete is having difficulty breathing and is unable to speak in full sentences?

Accepted Answer

A)  Continue your evaluation. 
B)  Ask the athlete to recite the alphabet in reverse order. 
C)  Arrange for transferring the athlete to the hospital for emergency care. 
D)  Assess the mental status of the athlete. 
A)  Continue your evaluation. 
B)  Ask the athlete to recite the alphabet in reverse order. 
C)  Arrange for transferring the athlete to the hospital for emergency care. 
D)  Assess the mental status of the athlete.

Question 20

During the observation portion of your examination, you note tracheal deviation in an athlete. The athlete also appears anxious and restless and is exhibiting a rapid, thready pulse. You note that the athlete is becoming hypotensive and may be on the verge of circulatory collapse. You also note a hyperresonant sound during your percussion. What condition is your athlete experiencing?

Accepted Answer

A)  Simple pneumothorax 
B)  Tension pneumothorax 
C)  Open pneumothorax 
D)  None of the above 
A)  Simple pneumothorax 
B)  Tension pneumothorax 
C)  Open pneumothorax 
D)  None of the above

Management of an open pneumothorax involves ______________.

Which of the following are indicative signs and symptoms of someone experiencing traumatic asphyxia?

When assessing whether someone has a punctured lung, which of the following statements is not true?

_________ is a life-threatening condition in which air is able to enter and exit the pleural space.

Subcutaneous emphysema _________.

Which of the following is not true regarding paradoxical motion of the rib cage during breathing?

When performing an assessment of an athlete with a suspected thoracic injury, what is the first step?

Following the history portion of an assessment, you will be making a series of observations. Which of the following might you be observing in your patient?

When managing an athlete with a flail chest, _____________.

_________ involves air being trapped between the parietal and visceral pleurae, causing the lung to collapse.

Which of the following have been linked to the development of pulmonary embolisms?

If a pulmonary embolism develops, it can be devastating because________.

Which of the following might you be concerned with if an athlete is diagnosed with a fracture of rib 11?

Lungs in a patient with a pulmonary embolism will ________.

Of the following conditions, which presents as a medical emergency?

Management of someone with a hemothorax should involve the following except___________.

_________ are caused by fluid in the smaller airways, in many cases because of pulmonary edema.

Which of the following would be an indication of an upper airway obstruction?

Which of the following should you do if an athlete is having difficulty breathing and is unable to speak in full sentences?

Organization Administration of Emergency Care

Physical Examination of the Critically Injured Athlete

Airway Management

Sudden Cardiac Death

Head Injuries

Emergency Care of Cervical Spine Injuries

Emergent General Medical Conditions

Environmental-Related Conditions

Orthopedic Injuries

Abdominal Emergencies

Spine Boarding in Challenging Environments

Psychosocial Considerations

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Exam 11: Thoracic Injuries

Management of an open pneumothorax involves ______________.

Which of the following are indicative signs and symptoms of someone experiencing traumatic asphyxia?

When assessing whether someone has a punctured lung, which of the following statements is not true?

_________ is a life-threatening condition in which air is able to enter and exit the pleural space.

Subcutaneous emphysema _________.

Which of the following is not true regarding paradoxical motion of the rib cage during breathing?

When performing an assessment of an athlete with a suspected thoracic injury, what is the first step?

Following the history portion of an assessment, you will be making a series of observations. Which of the following might you be observing in your patient?

When managing an athlete with a flail chest, _____________.

_________ involves air being trapped between the parietal and visceral pleurae, causing the lung to collapse.

Which of the following have been linked to the development of pulmonary embolisms?

If a pulmonary embolism develops, it can be devastating because________.

Which of the following might you be concerned with if an athlete is diagnosed with a fracture of rib 11?

Lungs in a patient with a pulmonary embolism will ________.

Of the following conditions, which presents as a medical emergency?

Management of someone with a hemothorax should involve the following except___________.

_________ are caused by fluid in the smaller airways, in many cases because of pulmonary edema.

Which of the following would be an indication of an upper airway obstruction?

Which of the following should you do if an athlete is having difficulty breathing and is unable to speak in full sentences?

Organization Administration of Emergency Care

Physical Examination of the Critically Injured Athlete

Airway Management

Sudden Cardiac Death

Head Injuries

Emergency Care of Cervical Spine Injuries

Emergent General Medical Conditions

Environmental-Related Conditions

Orthopedic Injuries

Abdominal Emergencies

Spine Boarding in Challenging Environments

Psychosocial Considerations

Filters