Surgery- Trauma

What is the leading cause of death in individuals aged 1–45 in the U.S.?

• Cardiovascular disease

• Trauma

• Cancer

• Stroke

Trauma causes more deaths than all diseases combined in which group?

• Elderly

• Infants

• Young adults

• Middle-aged adults

One-third of traffic-related traumatic mortalities are associated with:

• Speeding

• Distracted driving

• Alcohol use

• Mechanical failure

The majority of trauma deaths occur within:

• 24 hours

• 12 hours

• 6 hours

• 72 hours

What has been shown to reduce trauma-related mortality?

• Telemedicine

• Trauma systems with evidence-based triage

• Paramedic-only response units

• Portable X-ray units

Which trauma center designation includes a full spectrum of specialists and 24-hour in-house coverage?

• Level I

• Level II

• Level III

• Level IV

Which level provides advanced trauma life support prior to transfer in remote areas?

• Level I

• Level II

• Level III

• Level IV

Which of the following differentiates a Level II trauma center from Level I?

• No access to neurosurgery

• No trauma surgeons

• No research or teaching responsibilities

• No 24/7 emergency care

Which level center can stabilize and transfer patients but lacks full specialty coverage?

• Level II

• Level III

• Level IV

• Level I

What is the main function of trauma system structures?

• Minimize diagnostic errors

• Shorten ER wait times

• Deliver organized care to reduce morbidity and mortality

• Provide free trauma education