Spinal Neurological Emergencies Management Flashcards
Which of the following is considered a severe head injury that requires urgent medical attention?
Fractures of the skull
Headache
Minor cuts and abrasions
Bruising
Fractures of the skull
Which of the following is a possible sign of pressure on the brain tissue?
High fever
Rapid breathing
Increased appetite
Unequal pupils
Unequal pupils
Which of the following is a sign or symptom of a neck or back injury?
Headache and dizziness
Swelling and bruising around the eyes
Numbness or weakness in the legs and/or arms
Chest pain and shortness of breath
Numbness or weakness in the legs and/or arms
What is the first step in providing initial care for a victim with a suspected neck or back injury?
Obtain history of the injury and medical history.
Keep the victim lying flat and ensure alignment of the head and legs.
Assess scene safety and the victim’s responsiveness, airway, and breathing.
Administer oxygen immediately.
Assess scene safety and the victim’s responsiveness, airway, and breathing.
What is one of the contributing factors to fainting?
Sitting or standing for a long time
Excessive exercise
Drinking too much water
High protein diet
Sitting or standing for a long time
How are traumatic brain injuries (TBI) classified?
Mild and severe
Primary and secondary
Acute and chronic
Localized and diffuse
Primary and secondary
Which of the following best describes a non-penetrating traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
An injury where an external force causes the brain to move within the skull.
An injury where an object penetrates the skull and enters the brain tissue.
An injury that results from a stroke or other internal medical condition.
An injury that only affects the scalp and does not impact the brain.
An injury where an external force causes the brain to move within the skull.
