Module 13a

Question 1

The eyeball itself is referred to as the…

Answer 1

Globe

Question 2

The most significant complication associated with facial injuries is…

Answer 2

Airway compromise

Question 3

The opening in the center of the iris, which allows light to move to the back of the eye, is called the…

Answer 3

Pupil

Question 4

A four-year-old female has a peanut lodged in the external auditory canal of her right ear. You should…

Answer 4

Transport her to the emergency department

Question 5

A patient who is complaining of seeing flashing lights, spec’s, or floaters in his or her field of vision as most likely experienced…

Answer 5

A detached retina

Question 6

A 40-year-old male was in his woodworking shop when he felt a sudden, sharp pain in his left eye. Your assessment reveals a small splinter of wood embedded in his cornea. You should…

Answer 6

Cover both of his eyes and transport him to the hospital

Question 7

Bleeding from soft tissue injuries to the face is most effectively controlled with…

Answer 7

Direct pressure using dry sterile dressings

Question 8

You are transporting an immobilized patient with severe facial trauma. As you are preparing to give your radio report to the hospital, the patient begins vomiting large amounts of blood. You should…

Answer 8

Turn the backboard on its side

Question 9

Which of the following statements regarding the vitreous humor is most correct?

Answer 9

Vitreous humor is a clear, jelly like fluid near the back of the eye that cannot be replaced if it is lost

Question 10

Which of the following findings would be least suggestive of a closed head injury?

Answer 10

Briskly constricting pupils when exposed to light

Question 11

In the normal uninjured eye…

Answer 11

The pupils are equal in size and move together in the same direction

Question 12

The optic nerve endings are contained within the…

Answer 12

Retina

Question 13

Approximately 80% of the eyeball is protected by the…

Answer 13

Orbit

Question 14

Significant trauma to the face should increase the EMT-B’s index of suspicion for a/an…

Answer 14

Spinal cord injury

Question 15

You are transporting a 20 year old male with a laceration to the left external jugular vein. You have successfully controlled bleeding from the wound. Suddenly, he experiences an acute onset of labored breathing and cyanosis. You should suspect…

Answer 15

An acute air embolism

Question 16

The lower jaw bone is called the…

Answer 16

Mandible

Question 17

The inner surface of the eyelids in the exposed surface of the eye itself are covered by a delicate membrane called the…

Answer 17

Conjunctiva

Question 18

Following direct trauma to the superior aspect of the throat, a young male presents with labored breathing, loss of voice, and subcutaneous emphysema and soft tissues around his neck. You should suspect a/an…

Answer 18

Laryngeal fracture

Question 19

A 30-year-old female was robbed and assaulted by a gang as she was leaving at night club. She has massive facial trauma and slow, gurgling respirations. As your partner assumes manual stabilization of her head, you should…

Answer 19

Suction her oropharynx for 15 seconds

Question 20

The skin and underlying tissues of the face…

Answer 20

Have a rich blood supply and bleed profusely

Question 21

A 52 year old unrestrained female struck the steering wheel with her face when her truck collided with another vehicle. She has obvious swelling to her facial area and several dislodged teeth. A visual exam of her mouth reveals minimal bleeding. She is conscious and alert with a blood pressure of 130/80 MM Hg, pulse of 110 bpm, and respirations of 22 breaths per minute with adequate tidal volume. You should…

Answer 21

Apply supplemental oxygen, immobilize her spine, attempt to locate the dislodged teeth, suction is needed, and transport

Question 22

Following blunt trauma to the head, a 21 year old male complains of a severe headache and decreased ability to move his eyes. This patient’s clinical presentation is most consistent with…

Answer 22

A blowout fracture

Question 23

Frequent ongoing assessments in the patient with facial or throat injuries are most important because…

Answer 23

Such injuries can affect the respiratory system

Question 24

Abnormal variations in pupil size and reaction would most likely be observed in a patient with…

Answer 24

A head injury

Question 25

A 22-year-old male was walking on the beach and had sand blown into his eyes. He complains of pain and decreased vision to his right eye. Treatment should include…

Answer 25

Irrigating his right eye medially to laterally