Which finding during the “D” assessment most strongly suggests increased intracranial pressure?

Pelvic X-rays in trauma can be omitted if FAST is negative.

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True or false

A c-spine collar must never be removed, but pelvic binders can be removed provided you have another radiographer present to assist.

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The E-FAST Scan is used for what?

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The Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) guidelines recommend a rapid primary clinical survey of the ABCDEs and a trauma series of plain radiographs + focused assessment with sonography in trauma US.

What are the plain radiographs recommended and why?

In a hemodynamically unstable trauma patient with a positive FAST, the next step is usually: 

When a patient utters incomprehensible sounds without forming words, what verbal score is assigned on the Glasgow Coma Scale?

What do each of the letters stand for in ABCDE?

Under the “C” (Circulation & Haemorrhage Control) step, which finding is not a direct sign of hypovolemic shock?

The “E” (Exposure & Environmental Control) step includes all the following except:

In the “D” (Disability) evaluation, which GCS score necessitates immediate airway protection?

A patient flexes their arm withdraws from painful stimuli. What motor response score does this represent on the Glasgow Coma Scale?

Which of the following correctly identifies the non‐contrast components of a whole‐body CT (WBCT) trauma protocol in a stabilised patient?

Which type of blast injury is caused by missiles or debris propelled by the explosion?

Trauma is best defined as a sudden, unexpected, dramatic event that results in injury. Which element is not part of this definition?

Chemical burns fall under which trauma category?

When adapting a foot X-ray for a supine trauma patient, the tube should be angled:

For AP tibia/fibula in a supine patient with limited rotation, the best adaptation is:

In mass-casualty scenarios, FAST is especially useful as a:

According to best-practice guidelines, image quality in trauma radiography:

A 52-year-old male motorcyclist is brought into the resuscitation bay after a high-speed collision. He’s hypotensive (BP 85/50), tachycardic, and has a distended, tender abdomen. His C-spine is immobilised and he remains supine on the trolley. A FAST exam is positive.

Which is the most appropriate next step in imaging management?

A 28-year-old construction worker falls from scaffolding. He’s alert, haemodynamically stable, but complains of neck pain. He remains in his cervical collar and cannot extend his neck. You need a lateral C-spine view.

Which radiographic adaptation is most suitable?

A 65-year-old woman presents after a simple trip-and-fall at home. She has pain and swelling in her left mid-foot. She cannot dorsiflex her ankle or flex her knee.

To assess for a Lisfranc injury, which approach yields the most diagnostic foot series?

A 40-year-old intubated patient with suspected pneumothorax arrives from the field. He remains supine, and portable CXR is requested.

What marker and view combination should be used to ensure proper interpretation?

A 50-year-old male arrives with pelvic pain after a crush injury. He's hypotensive; pelvic binder is in place. Portable AP pelvis shows an “open-book” pattern.

What is the most critical next imaging decision?

A 17-year-old with a GCS of 6 following a skateboard accident presents with unequal pupils and hypotension. He’s intubated and has cervical immobilisation.

Which imaging pathway aligns with ATLS and local trauma protocols?

A hemodynamically stable 45-year-old has multiple facial lacerations after an assault. He complains of jaw pain and mild malocclusion.

Which imaging strategy is most appropriate to assess suspected mandibular fractures?