HPR 2213 CH 13, 14, 15 QUIZ

Which of the following is a sign or symptom of a muscle contusion?

A black and blue mark appearing hours after the injury

When the radius and ulna are fractured, the arm usually appears:

deformed.

The D in DOTS stands for:

deformity.

A ________ results when bones are displaced from their normal joint alignment.

dislocation

The rule of thirds is helpful when checking the victim for ________ injuries.

extremity

Shin splints is a term that describes pain in the ________ of the lower leg.

front

Pneumothorax and tension pneumothorax are examples of injuries that can happen to the ________.

lungs

An injury to the shoulder resulting in complete loss of function is ________ to be a dislocation than a fracture.

more likely

The M in CSM stands for:

movement.

The two classifications for fractures are:

open and closed.

The O in DOTS stands for:

open wound.

Once the initial swelling has decreased, discontinue immobilization of the injured ankle and begin:

range of motion exercises.

A ________ occurs when a joint is twisted or stretched beyond its normal range of motion.

sprain

To use a contrast bath, submerge the ankle for ____ minute(s) in cold water, and then submerge for ____ minute(s) in warm water.

1, 4

Which of the following should be used to treat muscle cramps?

All of the above (Gently stretch the muscle; Apply ice to the muscle; Apply pressure to the muscle.)

Which symptom commonly accompanies a pelvis injury?

All of the above (Severe pain; Shock; Massive internal blood loss)

How should a first aider treat a victim with a pelvis injury?

All of the above (Treat for shock; Pad between the thighs, and then tie the knees and ankles together; Keep the victim on a firm surface)

What is the primary symptom of fractured ribs?

Pain

What can be used to effectively seal a sucking chest wound?

Plastic wrap

How do you care for a sucking chest wound?

Seal the wound.

Signs and symptoms of flail chest include:

abnormal movement of part of the chest wall during breathing.

When applying compression to an injured area, the first aider should use:

an elastic roller bandage.

The victim with a dislocated shoulder will almost always hold the upper arm:

away from the body.

In a ________, the skin is not broken.

closed chest injury

A fracture in which the bone is fragmented into more than two pieces is called:

comminuted.

In the mnemonic RICE, the C stands for:

compression.

A ________ occurs when a muscle goes into an uncontrolled spasm and contraction.

cramp

Open abdominal injuries are also known as:

penetrating injuries.

The S in DOTS stands for:

swelling.

The condition where air in the chest cavity cannot exit, causing pressures that reduce heart and lung function, is called ________.

tension pneumothorax