Multisystem Trauma and Trauma in Special Patient Populations

Flashcards testing concepts on multisystem trauma and special patient populations from Chapter 36 review materials.

Where is definitive care for a victim of multisystem trauma most often provided?

In the surgery suite.

What percentage of minor trauma involving pregnant patients results in fetal loss?

1–3 percent

Blood pressure readings are unreliable due to the ability to compensate in children of what age group?

Less than 3 years old

What is the most likely condition for a pregnant trauma patient presenting with severe tearing abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding?

Abruptio placentae

A patient is considered to have multisystem trauma when more than how many major systems are involved?

More than one major system

When placing a patient in her third trimester in the supine position, how many inches must the EMT elevate her right hip to prevent supine hypotensive syndrome?

4 to 6 inches

What is the cause of half of all traumatic deaths in children aged 11–14?

Motor vehicle collisions

An EMT must pad from the shoulders to the hip during spine motion restriction for patients younger than what age?

8 years old

How frequently should vital signs be assessed in an unstable multisystem trauma patient?

Every 5 minutes

Which method must the EMT use when establishing an airway in a trauma patient while maintaining spine motion restriction?

Jaw-thrust method