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TNCC WRITTEN EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWER S
Question :What is the best measure of the adequacy of
cellular perfusion and helps predict the outcome of resuscitation?
Correct answer:Base deficit used in conjunction with
serum lactate
Question :Will hypocapnia cause vasoconstriction or
vasodilation, especially in the cerebral vasculature?
Correct answer:Vasoconstriction
Question :What results from tissue hypo perfusion and
oxygen deficit?
Correct answer:Metabolic acidosis
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Question :What type of shock results in generalized
vasodilation?
Correct answer:Neurogenic shock
Question :Spinal cord injuries at C3-C5 causes loss of
what nerves function, resulting in what?
Correct answer:Phrenic nerve; paralyzed diaphragm and
inability to breath
Question :Extremity elevation AT the level of the heart is
beneficial for what type of injury?
Correct answer:Compartment Syndrome
Question :What is a high risk of frostbite?
Correct answer:Thrombus formation
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Question :What two medications can be administered to
maintain perfusion after a frostbite injury along with rewarming?
Correct answer:Tissue plasminogen activator or non
steroidal anti-inflammatory medication (NSAIDS)
Question :An rise in diastolic blood pressures is a sign of
increasing what?
Correct answer:Peripheral resistance
Question :What position will benefit the airway and work
of breathing for the bariatric patient?
Correct answer:Reverse Trendelenburg
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Question :Which phase of a blast results from flying
debris, projectiles, and bomb fragments causing lacerations or penetrating injuries?
Correct answer:Secondary Phase
Question :What phase of a blast results from any
explosion-related illness or injury including hyperglycemia, hypertension, angina, asthma, COPD, or sepsis?
Correct answer:Quaternary Phase
Question :What phase of a blast results from individuals
being thrown by the blast and impacting walls, ground, or any hard object?