Question 1

One of the late signs of skull fracture is Battle's sign, which is:

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A)   bruising around the eyes.
B)   bruising behind the ears.
C)   fluid leaking from the ears.
D)   deformity of the skull.E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 2

A fracture that occurs when there is a break in the base of the skull, is difficult to detect, and often causes extensive damage, is a:

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A)   depressed fracture.
B)   linear fracture.
C)   comminuted fracture.
D)   basilar fracture.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 3

Before beginning any first aid care for head injury, first:

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A)   immobilize the victim.
B)   assess the victim's mental status.
C)   control bleeding.
D)   remove any penetrating objects.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 4

In which of the following situations should you always suspect spinal injury?

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A)   table saw accident
B)   burn from grease
C)   motorcycle accidents
D)   strokeE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 5

The extent of assessment of a spinal-injured victim should be based on the level of training the First Aider has had under the direction of a qualified and certified instructor.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Under which of the following circumstances should you not remove the helmet of a spinal-injured victim?

Accepted Answer

A)   if the helmet interferes with your ability to assess breathing
B)   if the helmet interferes with proper spinal immobilization
C)   if the victim is in cardiac arrest
D)   removal of the helmet would cause further injuryE) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 7

A fracture of one spot on the spine is usually associated with a fracture in other areas of the spine.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Football shoulder pads must be removed to assess the victim.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

You can generally rule out the possibility of spinal column or spinal cord damage if the victim can walk or move his or her arms and legs.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The most serious complication of a head injury is:

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A)   extensive bleeding.
B)   shock.
C)   lack of oxygen to the brain.
D)   impaired ventilation.E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 11

The general rule for management of spinal injury is to support and immobilize the:

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A)   spine only.
B)   head only.
C)   torso and pelvis only.
D)   entire body.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 12

Any head injury victim who loses consciousness even briefly must be evaluated at a medical facility.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

If a victim of a football injury is to be transported, you can leave the face shield on.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Most brain injuries are caused by:

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A)   recreation.
B)   disease.
C)   trauma.
D)   sports.E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 15

A brain injury in which the head comes to a sudden stop but the brain continues to move back and forth inside the skull is:

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A)   coup-contrecoup.
B)   a brain contusion.
C)   an epidermal hematoma.
D)   a subdural hematoma.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B) A

Question 16

When the spinal cord is damaged, the victim will always have paralysis or numbness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 17

Pain associated with movement is a sign of spinal injury. Assess the victim's pain by:

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A)   asking the victim to move.
B)   moving the victim yourself.
C)   asking the victim where it hurts.
D)   looking for bruising.E) None of the above
F) C) and D) C

Question 18

When the spinal cord is injured, the victim may show signs of:

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A)   muscle twitching.
B)   memory loss.
C)   paralysis.
D)   pupil dilation.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

After activating the EMS system, the top priority of first aid care for a head injury is to:

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A)   control bleeding.
B)   immobilize the victim.
C)   establish an open airway.
D)   treat for shock.E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 20

To control bleeding of an open or depressed skull injury, apply direct pressure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 13: Head and Spine Injuries

One of the late signs of skull fracture is Battle's sign, which is:

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A fracture that occurs when there is a break in the base of the skull, is difficult to detect, and often causes extensive damage, is a:

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Before beginning any first aid care for head injury, first:

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In which of the following situations should you always suspect spinal injury?

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The extent of assessment of a spinal-injured victim should be based on the level of training the First Aider has had under the direction of a qualified and certified instructor.

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Under which of the following circumstances should you not remove the helmet of a spinal-injured victim?

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A fracture of one spot on the spine is usually associated with a fracture in other areas of the spine.

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Football shoulder pads must be removed to assess the victim.

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You can generally rule out the possibility of spinal column or spinal cord damage if the victim can walk or move his or her arms and legs.

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The most serious complication of a head injury is:

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The general rule for management of spinal injury is to support and immobilize the:

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Any head injury victim who loses consciousness even briefly must be evaluated at a medical facility.

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If a victim of a football injury is to be transported, you can leave the face shield on.

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Most brain injuries are caused by:

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A brain injury in which the head comes to a sudden stop but the brain continues to move back and forth inside the skull is:

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When the spinal cord is damaged, the victim will always have paralysis or numbness.

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Pain associated with movement is a sign of spinal injury. Assess the victim's pain by:

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When the spinal cord is injured, the victim may show signs of:

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After activating the EMS system, the top priority of first aid care for a head injury is to:

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To control bleeding of an open or depressed skull injury, apply direct pressure.

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