Chapter 16 +

Question 1

mechanisms of injury how to examine

Answer 1

Radiography can help to identify any old injuries

Question 2

Sexual assault exams

Answer 2

can be performed for up to 5 days after assault ; even if the person has changed clothes and showered

Question 3

The RESPOND mnemonic - psychological trauma

Answer 3

Reassure
Establish rapport
Support the patient
Plan care manage pain
Offer hope
Never deliver news of death or disability alone to the patent or family
Determine the patients needs

Question 4

Human Responses to Grief

Answer 4

Somatic response
- physical symptoms e.g. vomiting, not eating

Cognitive expression
- fear and loneliness, low self esteem, situations seem unreadl

Affective expression
- anxiety, guilt

Behavioural expression
- anxiety, fatigue, crying, social withdrawal

Question 5

Responses to a traumatic event (4)

Answer 5

• cognitive
• emotional
• physical
• behavioural

Question 6

Building resilience

Answer 6

• making connections
• avoid seeing crises as insurmountable problems
• accept that change is part of living
• move towards your goals
• take decisive actions
• look for opportunities for self-discovery
• nurture a positive view of yourself
• keep things in perspective
• maintain a hopeful outlook
• take care of yourself

Question 7

Disaster life cycle

Answer 7

• mitigation
• preparedness
• response
• recovery

Question 8

A START Adult Triage

Answer 8

Black - expectant; unlikely to survive. given pain relief and palliative care

Red; immediate; requires medical attention immediately for survival. ABC compromised

Yellow; delayed; victim transport can be delayed. serious and potentially life-threating injuries.

Green; minor. walking wounded. can assist with own care