Phtls 10th Edition |38 Questions| With Correct Answers.

2. When using the XABCDE assessment, which of the following takes precedence over all other actions? A. Controlling severe bleeding from a limb or other compressible site B. Airway stabilization and assessing circulatory status C. Exposing the body to allow a thorough evaluation D. Ensuring adequate breathing {Ans: Question 2: A The "X" placed before "ABCDE" in the primary survey refers to the need to address exsanguinating hemorrhage immediately after establishing scene safety and before addressing airway. Severe exsanguinating hemorrhage, particularly arterial bleeding, has the potential to lead to loss of total or near total blood volume in a relatively short period of time.}2. The patient's respiration improves markedly, but he remains confused. He has an absent radial pulse, and his carotid pulse is fast and thready. Your partner asks if he can let the compression go to put in an IV. How should you respond? A. "Oh yes, that's a great idea!" B. "Yes, but we have to immobilize him first" C. "Take a blood pressure first to see if he needs an IV." D. "No, keep the pressure and let's get out of here!" {Ans: Question 2: D This patient is likely in decompensated shock with