WEST COAST EMT 600 QUESTIONS LATEST UPDATE 2023/2024 CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+ A 12-year-old male jumped approximately 12 feet from a tree and landed on his feet. He complains of pain to his lower back. What injury mechanism is MOST likely responsible for his back pain? A. Direct trauma to the spinal column B. Secondary fall after the initial impact C. Lateral impact to the spine D. Energy transmission to the spine - ANSWER- D. Energy transmission to the spine A 15-year-old female was struck by a small car while riding her bicycle. She was wearing a helmet and was thrown to the ground, striking her head. In addition to managing problems associated with airway, breathing, and circulation, it is MOST important for you to: A. inspect the helmet for cracks.B. obtain baseline vital signs C. stabilize her entire spine D. leave her bicycle helmet on - ANSWER- C. stabilize her entire spine A young male sustained a gunshot wound to the abdomen during an altercation. As your partner is assessing and managing his airway, you should control the obvious bleeding and then: A. Obtain baseline vital signs B. assess for an exit wound C. apply a cervical collar D.