Transport to a designated Trauma Center is advisable if vehicle telemetry data is:

• A. Consistent with high risk of injury
• B. Inconsistent with high risk of injury
• C. Indicates low risk of bleeding
• D. Normal telemetry

Answer: (A)

Vehicle telemetry that shows forces consistent with a high-risk mechanism of injury signals a greater probability of serious trauma. When the data reflect high-energy impact, intrusion, or rollover, it suggests injuries that may not be immediately obvious but require rapid evaluation by a trauma team. Transporting to a designated Trauma Center ensures access to specialized staff, imaging, and definitive care without delay.

If the telemetry were inconsistent with a high-risk mechanism, or indicated low risk of bleeding or normal readings, the likelihood of severe injuries is lower, so the usual approach would be to transport to the most appropriate facility based on guidelines, rather than automatically to a trauma center.