PHTLS 10TH EDITION SELF TEST EXAM 2026
COMPLETE QUESTIONS WITH 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. Answer: 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.
◉ 3. Which of the following is the basis on which a patient's chance
of survival is maximized?
A. Preferences
B. Phases
C. Principles
D. Transport. Answer: Question 3: C
,The science of medicine provides the principles of medical care.
Simply stated, principles define the duties required of the
prehospital care practitioner in optimizing patient survival and
outcome.
◉ 4. Which of the following is a goal of the Golden Period?
A. Provide written documentation from field care to receiving
hospital.
B. Expedite the field care and transport of the patient.
C. Use a team approach for optimal patient care.
D. Use the XABCDE approach to patient assessment.. Answer:
Question 4: B
One of your most importantresponsibilities as a prehospital
carepractitioner is to spend as little time onthe scene as possible
and expedite yourfield care and transport of the patient.Studies
show that the time from injuryto arrival at the appropriate site
fordefinitive care is critical to survival.
◉ 1. You are called to the scene of a possible mass casualty motor
vehicle collision on the highway. Once you arrive on scene, what is
your first priority?
A. Immediately begin triaging patients.
B. Treat the patient with the most visible blood loss.
, C. Determine the need for additional resources.
D. Assess the scene and ensure it is safe.. Answer: Question 1: D
Ensure safety for responders, bystanders, and patient(s). The first
consideration when approaching any scene is the safety of all
emergency responders. When EMS personnel become victims, they
not only can no longer assist others, but also add to the number of
patients.
◉ 2. A trauma patient from the highway incident is holding her right
arm, and you note a significant amount of blood steadily flowing
from a long gash. This is an example of what type of hemorrhage?
A. Capillary bleeding
B. Venous bleeding
C. Arterial bleeding
D. Road rash. Answer: Question 2: B
Venous bleeding typically results in a steady flow of dark red blood.
◉ 3. What is the best way to control the bleeding?
A. Direct pressure
B. Elevation of the arm above the heart
C. Tourniquet
D. Occlusive dressing. Answer: Question 3: A
With venous bleeds, direct pressure isusually sufficient to stop the
flow.
COMPLETE QUESTIONS WITH 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. Answer: 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.
◉ 3. Which of the following is the basis on which a patient's chance
of survival is maximized?
A. Preferences
B. Phases
C. Principles
D. Transport. Answer: Question 3: C
,The science of medicine provides the principles of medical care.
Simply stated, principles define the duties required of the
prehospital care practitioner in optimizing patient survival and
outcome.
◉ 4. Which of the following is a goal of the Golden Period?
A. Provide written documentation from field care to receiving
hospital.
B. Expedite the field care and transport of the patient.
C. Use a team approach for optimal patient care.
D. Use the XABCDE approach to patient assessment.. Answer:
Question 4: B
One of your most importantresponsibilities as a prehospital
carepractitioner is to spend as little time onthe scene as possible
and expedite yourfield care and transport of the patient.Studies
show that the time from injuryto arrival at the appropriate site
fordefinitive care is critical to survival.
◉ 1. You are called to the scene of a possible mass casualty motor
vehicle collision on the highway. Once you arrive on scene, what is
your first priority?
A. Immediately begin triaging patients.
B. Treat the patient with the most visible blood loss.
, C. Determine the need for additional resources.
D. Assess the scene and ensure it is safe.. Answer: Question 1: D
Ensure safety for responders, bystanders, and patient(s). The first
consideration when approaching any scene is the safety of all
emergency responders. When EMS personnel become victims, they
not only can no longer assist others, but also add to the number of
patients.
◉ 2. A trauma patient from the highway incident is holding her right
arm, and you note a significant amount of blood steadily flowing
from a long gash. This is an example of what type of hemorrhage?
A. Capillary bleeding
B. Venous bleeding
C. Arterial bleeding
D. Road rash. Answer: Question 2: B
Venous bleeding typically results in a steady flow of dark red blood.
◉ 3. What is the best way to control the bleeding?
A. Direct pressure
B. Elevation of the arm above the heart
C. Tourniquet
D. Occlusive dressing. Answer: Question 3: A
With venous bleeds, direct pressure isusually sufficient to stop the
flow.
