Npsa 2017 1st Session
2017 NPSA SELF-ASSESSMENT Test for Friday, First Session
INSTRUCTIONS:
Please choose the correct answer below. YOU MUST RECEIVE A PASSING SCORE OF 75% OR MORE TO RECEIVE SELF-ASSESSMENT CREDIT FOR THIS SESSION. You may retake the test as many times as you need to achieve the passing score.
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Abstract: Instant Replay: Evaluating the Use of Video Feedback in Surgical NovicesWhat is the zone of proximal development learning theory?
- A.
The idea that the closer you are to the student the better they learn
- B.
The idea that the closer the interval between teaching and evaluation the more students learn and absorb
- C.
The idea that the closer the distance between what the student can and cannot do, the more that student can absorb and understand a new skill
- D.
The idea that there is an optimal area or space where a student can learn a skill
Correct Answer
C. The idea that the closer the distance between what the student can and cannot do, the more that student can absorb and understand a new skill -
- 2.
Abstract: The Effect of PGY-Specific Benchmarks on Surgery Resident Performance in Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Skills TasksBased on the results of this study, improvement in FLS task performance for junior level (PGY 1-2) residents may be due to:
- A.
Better beginning aptitude of incoming PGY1 residents, as shown in better performance on the pre-test prior to laparoscopic skills lab
- B.
Pushing residents to achieve expert level proficiency
- C.
Setting attainable goals that are level-specific
- D.
Not setting goals for residents, so as not to induce performance anxiety
Correct Answer
C. Setting attainable goals that are level-specific -
- 3.
Abstract: Preoperative pain reducing measures ineffective in outpatient abdominal surgeriesSimultaneous preoperative use of acetomenophen,celecoxib and Gabapentin results in all of the following EXCEPT:
- A.
No difference in PACU narcotic use.
- B.
Shorter PACU stay time
- C.
No difference in pain control on first post-op day
- D.
The american pain society strongly recommends individual use of these medications and strongly recommends multimodality approaches to control perioperative pain.
Correct Answer
B. Shorter PACU stay time -
- 4.
Abstract: Usability and Feasibility of a Mobile Electronic Trauma Health PlatformWhich country is currently using the electronic trauma health registry system?
- A.
South Africa
- B.
Zambia
- C.
Sweden
- D.
Uruguay
Correct Answer
A. South Africa -
- 5.
Abstract: A comparison of trauma patients in Cameroon, West Africa and Spokane, WashingtonQuestion: All of the following are significantly lower in Cameroon compared to Spokane EXCEPT
- A.
Seat belt use
- B.
Admits to ICU
- C.
Helmet use
- D.
In hospital mortality
Correct Answer
D. In hospital mortality -
- 6.
Abstract: Neurocognitive assessment in minor traumatic brain injury: Can cognitive evaluation assist in selecting for patients who require surveillance CT brain imaging?A 35 year old male presents with an initial GCS of 14 and a small volume subdural hematoma. On post admission day #2, he passes a cognitive assessment. Patients with a mild traumatic brain injury and an abnormal CT head who pass a cognitive assessment.
- A.
Have a shorter average length of stay, higher average Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) scores, and are less likely to show worsening findings on subsequent CT head
- B.
Have the same course as patients who fail cognitive assessments
- C.
Stay longer in hospital due to deficits detected by occupational therapy
- D.
Are more likely to have a decline in GCS score
Correct Answer
A. Have a shorter average length of stay, higher average Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) scores, and are less likely to show worsening findings on subsequent CT head -
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Abstract: Tele-mentored emergency trauma surgery: A feasibility study using live-tissue modelsQuestion: Life-saving interventions, as defined by Gerhardt et al., include all of the following except
- A.
Cricothryoidotomy
- B.
Hypotensive resuscitation
- C.
Chest needle decompression
- D.
ED thoracotomy
Correct Answer
D. ED thoracotomy -
- 8.
Abstract: Protocolized warfarin reversal with 4-factor prothrombin complex concentrate versus 3-factor prothrombin complex concentrate with recombinant factor VIIaQuestion: Which of the following is the guideline recommended agent for emergent reversal of warfarin-associated major/ life-threatening bleeding?
- A.
Four factor prothrombin complex concentrate (4F PCC)
- B.
Three factor prothrombin complex concentrate (3F PCC) in combination with recombinant factor VIIa (rFVIIa)
- C.
Fresh frozen plasma (FFP)
- D.
Vitamin K alone
Correct Answer
A. Four factor prothrombin complex concentrate (4F PCC) -
- 9.
President's LectureWhere did Dr. Panton go to medical school?
- A.
University of British Columbia
- B.
McGill University
- C.
University of the West Indies
- D.
University of Miami
Correct Answer
C. University of the West Indies -
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