1. Which of the following is not a key principle in teaching

the Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Student

Course?

a) Dynamic interactive teaching methods

b) Evidence-based guidelines and protocols

c) Multidisciplinary collaboration

d) Rigid lecture-based instruction

Answer: d) Rigid lecture-based instruction

Rationale: ATLS emphasizes dynamic interactive teaching

methods, encouraging active participation and engagement

from students to enhance learning.

2. When should the initial assessment of a trauma patient

be performed?

a) Immediately on arrival

b) After obtaining a detailed history

c) After completing a full physical examination

d) Before stabilizing any injuries

Answer: a) Immediately on arrival

Rationale: The primary survey, including initial

assessment, is performed as soon as the trauma patient

arrives to quickly identify and manage life-threatening

conditions.

3. What does the term "ALERT" stand for in the ATLS

algorithm?