Surgical Tech. Trauma Surgery Review
Exam Questions And Answers Latest Update
2025
The Golden Hour -
correct answer ✅first 45 mins. to an hour after accident that
determines life or death
Traumatic Death Phase #1 -
correct answer ✅patients rarely survive; laceration to the heart,
aorta or brain stem (50% of deaths)
Traumatic Death Phase #2 -
correct answer ✅group where the Golden Hour comes into play.
injuries to spleen, liver, lungs or results in significant blood loss.
(30% of deaths)
Traumatic Death Phase #3 -
correct answer ✅occurs days to weeks after accident, often in ICU
or even at home. usually complication or failure of multiple organs.
Low velocity Bullets -
correct answer ✅travels 1,000 feet or less per sec
