2060 - Spinal Trauma

Question 1

Spinal Trauma - 2060

In cases of isolated spinal injuries, scene _______
is less critical and care should be taken in performing proper spinal immobilization.

Answer 1

time

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Question 2

Spinal Trauma - 2060

Monitor and record vital signs every ____ minutes.

Answer 2

5

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Question 3

Spinal Trauma - 2060

All helmets other than football should be _______________.

Answer 3

removed

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Question 4

Spinal Trauma - 2060

Patients wearing football helmets

Indications for football helmet removal

Answer 4

• Helmet in place and no shoulder pads
• Head/facial Trauma
• Cervical/spinal regions are unstable because the helmet fits poorly
• Airway management cannot be achieved with just face mask removal
• Patient is in cardiac arrest (requires removal of shoulder pads)

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Question 5

Spinal Trauma - 2060

High cervical injury may cause _________.

Answer 5

apnea

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