TNCC Skills Demonstration Practice Test

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• What was the observed respiratory rate in the vitals?
• Which sign is a hallmark of a tension pneumothorax in a trauma patient?
• What is the significance of documenting the time of tourniquet application?
• What does the acronym MIST stand for in the trauma history framework?
• After securing the airway, which documentation is essential?
• How is warmed isotonic crystalloid administered?
• What is the maximum Glasgow Coma Scale score?
• Which airway adjunct is contraindicated with basal skull fracture?
• In trauma patient care, what action is recommended regarding pain assessment after initial interventions?
• What is the purpose of the secondary survey in trauma care?
• After endotracheal tube placement, which observation best suggests improved perfusion?
• In open abdominal injury with evisceration, why should protruding viscera not be replaced?
• What is the importance of inline stabilization during airway management in suspected cervical injury?
• In resuscitation LMNOP, what does the acronym stand for?
• Which statement best summarizes the overall findings across abdominal, pelvic, urinary, and extremity evaluations?
• What was the observed heart rate in the vitals?
• What are common signs of a pelvic fracture?
• What is the appropriate procedure for assessing posterior surfaces?
• Elevation of the head of the bed in trauma care is used primarily to reduce the risk of what?
• In the context of suspected intra-abdominal injury after resuscitation, which imaging modality is considered the standard initial cross-sectional assessment for a hemodynamically stable patient?
• In the resuscitation adjuncts, which option represents the LMNOP acronym?
• What should be considered when managing a pregnant trauma patient?
• What is the purpose of a pelvic binder?
• During transfusion management, which details should be documented for each transfusion event?
• What is the documented action regarding the spine board?
• Which components comprise the Glasgow Coma Scale?
• Which statement best describes the neurovascular findings documented for the extremities?
• What was documented regarding the chest examination?
• Which statement is true regarding reevaluation of vital signs?
• During the initial assessment, which action is described regarding clothing and inspection for bleeding or injuries?
• What are the components of the TNCC primary survey in order?
• Which of the following is NOT a component of the neurological assessment in trauma?
• Which statement about external bleeding is correct?
• Where is needle decompression performed for a tension pneumothorax?
• In the GCS example, what is the motor response?
• What was assessed about the pre-hospital IV?
• Which statement reflects the CT order and radiology notification in the scenario?
• Which statement best describes management considerations for a pregnant trauma patient?
• What is the role of intraosseous access in trauma?
• What is the role of a team leader during a trauma resuscitation?
• Regarding tongue obstruction, which statement is correct?
• Which imaging study is included as a reevaluation adjunct?
• After endotracheal intubation, which sequence correctly verifies tube placement?
• Pericardial tamponade in trauma is managed primarily with which intervention?
• What is an important consideration when airway management in facial trauma with suspected cervical injury?
• After placing an oropharyngeal airway, which finding best indicates the airway is patent?
• Which actions comprise open fracture management in the field?
• What is the recommended policy regarding family presence during resuscitation?
• During auscultation of the lungs and heart, which finding is described?
• Which combination of assessments was performed during the initial evaluation?
• In pediatric trauma airway management, which practice is essential?
• What is an alternative site for needle decompression besides the midclavicular line in the second intercostal space?
• Which laboratory analyses were sent to the lab as part of the resuscitation workup?
• What is the purpose of a proper handoff communication after trauma resuscitation?
• What is the immediate intervention for suspected tension pneumothorax?
• To prevent aspiration during airway management, which principle is emphasized?
• Which practice best describes how to manage exposure to prevent hypothermia after completing the assessment?
• What is the purpose of placing a chest tube after needle decompression?
• Under which condition should mechanical ventilation be started or continued?
• Which reevaluation adjunct provides a numerical score for injury severity?
• What is the initial fluid resuscitation approach for hemorrhagic shock?
• In stable patients with suspected intra-abdominal injury after resuscitation, which imaging modality is preferred?
• Which statement best describes the Glasgow Coma Scale components in the example?
• Which of the following is a nonpharmacologic comfort measure that can be used for a trauma patient with swelling?
• What indicates PPE has been donned by the team?
• Why is temperature management important in trauma care?
• What is the commonly used ratio in Massive Transfusion Protocol for balanced transfusion?
• After securing the endotracheal tube, which action should you perform for proper documentation?
• Which set constitutes reevaluation adjuncts?
• How should you approach decision-making for taking a trauma patient to the OR?
• Which imaging modality is not considered the preferred initial cross-sectional imaging option for evaluating intra-abdominal injury in a stable patient after resuscitation?
• Which tool is commonly used to assess neurological status in trauma patients?
• Which condition most strongly triggers activation of a massive transfusion protocol?
• In trauma management, what two pathways are considered for definitive care?
• Which imaging modality is preferred for evaluating suspected intra-abdominal injury in a hemodynamically stable patient after resuscitation?
• After initial stabilization, what should be reevaluated besides pain?
• How often should vital signs be reassessed during active resuscitation?
• Which of the following statements about the prehospital IV status is most accurate?
• Which are signs of increasing abdominal bleeding?
• What statement best describes definitive care in trauma management?
• Identify all simulated injuries.
• Which imaging modality is not the preferred approach for stable patients with suspected intra-abdominal injury after resuscitation?
• Which finding indicates normal skin condition in circulation assessment?
• What indicates there are no foreign objects noted in the airway?
• In a stable trauma patient after resuscitation, which imaging modality is best suited for definitive cross-sectional imaging?
• Which statement best describes reevaluation of the primary assessment?
• In suspected tension pneumothorax, what is the recommended sequence of interventions?
• What was the result of applying gentle pressure on the symphysis and pubis?
• Intraosseous access is particularly useful in which patient population?
• What statement describes the assessment of sensation and motor function relative to RSI?
• What was the observed blood pressure in the vitals?
• What is a key component of triage in a mass casualty incident?
• During turning a patient for posterior assessment, what action should be maintained?
• What is the purpose of a second person during stabilization?
• What was the Celsius value of the recorded temperature?
• What were the findings on palpating all four quadrants of the abdomen?
• Which scenario best indicates the need for assisted ventilation with a bag-valve-mask (BVM)?
• What step follows reevaluation of identified injuries and interventions?
• How should an open chest wound with a sucking sound be managed immediately?
• Which finding would indicate airway or respiratory distress requiring escalation of care?
• What is the purpose of the log-roll maneuver in trauma care?
• What was observed on palpating all four quadrants of the abdomen?
• What is the purpose of rapid sequence intubation in trauma?
• What triggers consideration for surgical preparation in trauma patients?
• When are hemostatic dressings indicated?
• What was the result of applying gentle pressure over the iliac crests downward and medially?
• What is the next step after needle decompression in a tension pneumothorax?
• What structured communication framework is recommended for post-resuscitation handoffs?
• What were the documented neurovascular findings in the extremities?
• Which sequence best describes the recommended approach to preventing wound infection in trauma care?
• Which reevaluation adjunct includes wound care and tetanus protection?
• Which option reflects the nonpharmacologic comfort measures identified for this patient?
• Which statement indicates there is no bleeding, vomitus, or other secretions?
• Which shock is typically associated with warm, flushed skin due to vasodilation?
• Which statement describes the combination of actions performed during airway management with stabilization?
• Which statement best describes the indications and findings related to urinary catheter placement?
• What is the purpose of a Massive Transfusion Protocol (MTP)?
• What may be considered depending on CT results of the head or cervical spine?
• In wound management after trauma, tetanus prophylaxis should be updated based on which factors?
• What is the immediate action when trauma team activation is required?
• How should external bleeding from a limb be controlled before transport?
• Which statement accurately reflects the instructor's assessment of external bleeding?
• What is the finding regarding uncontrolled external hemorrhage?
• During airway management, once the team determines a definitive airway is needed, which is the appropriate next step?
• Which gastric tube was inserted given possible head injury?
• What observation suggests airway obstruction when the jaw thrust is released?
• What imaging coordination action was noted?
• Which elements should be obtained in the patient history during the secondary survey?
• Which techniques are used to determine the adequacy of circulation?
• During the neck assessment, what was described and how was cervical immobilization handled?
• What were the findings when inspecting the abdomen for injuries?
• How is an open fracture managed in the field?
• Which sequence correctly describes field management of external limb hemorrhage when direct pressure is insufficient?
• What constitutes evidence of proper ET tube placement when using a CO2 detector?
• When inspecting the abdomen and flanks for injuries, what were the findings?
• Which role is described as coordinating the arrival of the family?
• Which statement describes the set of reevaluation adjuncts?
• In the field, how should bleeding from the groin or pelvis be managed?
• How should crossmatch and blood product decisions be documented in trauma care?
• Analgesia during trauma resuscitation aims to achieve which of the following?
• In the Glasgow Coma Scale, which component assesses verbal response?
• The Disability component of the TNCC primary survey evaluates which aspect?
• Which patient condition most clearly necessitates establishing a definitive airway?
• Which actions are demonstrated for airway management with potential cervical spine injury?
• Which statement about vital sign reevaluation is true?
• Which components comprise the described secondary survey?
• Which imaging modality is most appropriate as the preferred evaluation for a stable patient after resuscitation with suspected intra-abdominal injury?
• Which option is NOT a recommended approach to prevent aspiration during trauma care?
• What is implied if injuries and interventions require further management?
• Which items are specified to be obtained to prepare the trauma room?
• According to warming guidance, how many warming methods should be identified?
• Which practice helps prevent aspiration during trauma care?
• During the bowel assessment, which finding was observed?
• When should a pain scale be used during assessment?
• Which signs suggest increasing abdominal bleeding?
• Which airway adjunct is appropriate for an unconscious patient without a gag reflex?
• Which statement best describes the aims of analgesia in trauma resuscitation?
• What were the findings when inspecting the pelvis and perineum for injuries?
• Which technique protects the cervical spine during airway management?
• Following placement of pulse oximetry and capnography, which value pair indicates normal readings?
• Which statement about posterior surface assessment is accurate?
• Which scenario most clearly indicates the need for an oropharyngeal airway (OPA)?
• What is the purpose of reevaluating injuries and interventions?
• What observation indicates the absence of gurgling or stridor during airway assessment?
• What is the second item listed among the simulated injuries?
• Which acronym is used as the history framework in trauma assessment?
• During assessment of breathing, which observation supports effective ventilation?
• What is the relationship between imaging findings and surgical readiness in this protocol?
• When is endotracheal intubation indicated in a trauma patient?
• During assessment of a patient with suspected injuries who cannot reliably report pain, what is the recommended approach to pain evaluation?
• What were the findings on the head and face examination?
• What is the minimum possible Glasgow Coma Scale score?
• Which item is explicitly listed as a reevaluation adjunct?
• On the AVPU scale, how does the patient respond?
• During transport of a patient with suspected spinal injury, how should immobilization be maintained?
• Which imaging results influence the decision to prepare for surgery?
• Which statement accurately reflects positioning to minimize aspiration risk in trauma patients?
• Which imaging study has been ordered?
• What does the FAST exam detect?
• What is best practice for ongoing airway management in a patient with suspected airway edema?
• What is the purpose of the Exposure component in the primary survey?
• What did the ECG show after attaching the patient to the monitor?
• Which imaging modality is specifically mentioned as influencing surgical planning?
• In the trauma care workflow, what factor is used to decide on admission vs transfer?
• Which statement best describes analgesic management during the secondary survey?
• What indicates there are no loose or missing teeth?
• A trauma patient has E=2, V=4, M=5. What is the Glasgow Coma Scale score?
• Which imaging modality is commonly used as initial cross-sectional imaging but not the first-line option for stable patients after resuscitation?
• Which describes the next level of care in this protocol?
• What were the pupil findings?
• Which option represents a nonpharmacologic comfort measure that was identified?
• How should a sucking chest wound be dressed to prevent tension pneumothorax?
• What was the temperature in Fahrenheit in the vitals?
• In deciding imaging for suspected intra-abdominal injury, a stable patient after resuscitation is most appropriately evaluated with which modality as the first-line?
• How should an open abdominal injury with evisceration be managed in the field?
• Which action is a potential next step after CT results in trauma care?
• Which finding is most consistent with hemorrhagic shock in trauma?
• In the primary survey, which component is identified for airway assessment?
• Which statement is NOT aligned with the recommended initial trauma management approach to avoid aspiration?
• In a trauma patient wearing a helmet, when should the helmet be removed?
• Which is a key consideration for airway management in pediatric trauma?
• When is it appropriate to remove a cervical collar during transport?
• Which set of items constitutes the full vitals in the example?
• What imaging modality is typically used during the secondary survey for abdominal injury?
• When is a surgical airway indicated in trauma?
• Which sequence correctly verifies endotracheal tube placement?
• If the patient requires ongoing ventilation after intubation, what is the recommended action?