Question 1

Victims of elder abuse are eager to admit to being victims.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Tetanus toxoid prophylaxis is important in any person who has sustained open trauma because

Accepted Answer

A)   boosters are required throughout life.
B)   tetanus toxoid is a broad-spectrum antibiotic.
C)   organisms that cause tetanus enter the body directly into the bloodstream through wounds.
D)   all of the above. C

Question 3

Complications of survivors of lightning strikes include

Accepted Answer

A)   cataracts.
B)   cervical spine injuries.
C)   ruptured tympanic membranes.
D)   all of the above. D

Question 4

Treatment of a laceration includes

Accepted Answer

A)   gentle cleansing and approximation and securing the edges.
B)   debridement, suturing, and sterile dressing application.
C)   the use of tissue glue.
D)   all of the above.

Question 5

Treatment for altitude sickness includes

Accepted Answer

A)   drinking alcohol.
B)   moving to a lower altitude.
C)   climbing until symptoms cease.
D)   taking salt pills.

Question 6

Rust rings on the cornea may be the result of an FB in the eye.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Lateral humeral epicondylitis is

Accepted Answer

A)   trigger finger.
B)   tennis elbow.
C)   carpal tunnel syndrome.
D)   thoracic outlet syndrome.

Question 8

A soft-tissue injury in which the outer layer of the skin has been scraped away is an

Accepted Answer

A)   avulsion.
B)   abrasion.
C)   amputation.
D)   incision.

Question 9

There are no specific tests or documentation procedures available for the rape victim.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Treatment of snakebite includes

Accepted Answer

A)   keeping the victim quiet and transporting to an emergency facility.
B)   putting a tourniquet around the limb.
C)   applying ice.
D)   all of the above.

Question 11

Physical patterns observed in child abuse include

Accepted Answer

A)   bruising and burns.
B)   observable injuries such as teeth marks.
C)   welts and fractures.
D)   all of the above.

Question 12

Another name for "trigger finger" is stenosing tenosynovitis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

In shaken infant syndrome, there is no outward indication of physical trauma most of the time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)-parentage testing is conclusive in determining genetic profiles of the mother, child, and father.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The individual who has a body temperature above 105° F; red, hot, and dry skin; headache; dizziness; and shortness of breath is experiencing

Accepted Answer

A)   heat exhaustion.
B)   heat stroke.
C)   hypothermia.
D)   all of the above.

Question 16

The legal responsibilities of the health care provider in battered spouse syndrome

Accepted Answer

A)   are not in the scope of concern.
B)   vary from facility to facility.
C)   vary by state but should be known.
D)   all of the above.

Question 17

FBs in the ear may include

Accepted Answer

A)   bugs and insects.
B)   cereal, peas, beans, grapes, and pebbles.
C)   cotton.
D)   all of the above.

Question 18

Radiation exposure may affect the hemopoietic system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Health care providers are at risk for puncture wounds from contaminated needle sticks. It is not necessary for health care providers to follow United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines concerning puncture wounds from contaminated needle sticks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The soft-tissue injury that occurs when a body part becomes entangled or entrapped, resulting in skin, tissue, and bone being pulled from the body is a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)   laceration.
B)   avulsion.
C)   incision.
D)   abrasion.

Exam 15: Disorders and Conditions Resulting From Trauma

Victims of elder abuse are eager to admit to being victims.

Tetanus toxoid prophylaxis is important in any person who has sustained open trauma because

Complications of survivors of lightning strikes include

Treatment of a laceration includes

Treatment for altitude sickness includes

Rust rings on the cornea may be the result of an FB in the eye.

Lateral humeral epicondylitis is

A soft-tissue injury in which the outer layer of the skin has been scraped away is an

There are no specific tests or documentation procedures available for the rape victim.

Treatment of snakebite includes

Physical patterns observed in child abuse include

Another name for "trigger finger" is stenosing tenosynovitis.

In shaken infant syndrome, there is no outward indication of physical trauma most of the time.

Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)-parentage testing is conclusive in determining genetic profiles of the mother, child, and father.

The individual who has a body temperature above 105° F; red, hot, and dry skin; headache; dizziness; and shortness of breath is experiencing

The legal responsibilities of the health care provider in battered spouse syndrome

FBs in the ear may include

Radiation exposure may affect the hemopoietic system.

Health care providers are at risk for puncture wounds from contaminated needle sticks. It is not necessary for health care providers to follow United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines concerning puncture wounds from contaminated needle sticks.

The soft-tissue injury that occurs when a body part becomes entangled or entrapped, resulting in skin, tissue, and bone being pulled from the body is a(n)