First Aid FM 4-25.11

Question 1

What is MED EVAC?

Answer 1

Moving casualties

Question 2

What is CAS EVAC?

Answer 2

Movement of casualties using non medical assets w/o a specialized car

Question 3

What are the 3 steps in the evaluation of rescue operations?

Answer 3

1. Identify the task
2. Evaluate the circumstances of rescue
3. Plan the actions

Question 4

What is self aid?

Answer 4

Emergency treatment that you apply yourself

Question 5

What is the quickest way to splint a leg?

Answer 5

Tie the broken leg securely to the unbroken leg

Question 6

How many pressure points can be controlled with you fingertips, thumbs, and hands on the body?

Answer 6

11

Question 7

What is the object of first aid?

Answer 7

To stop bleeding
Over come shock
Relieve pain
Prevent infection

Question 8

What is first aid?

Answer 8

The first care given to casualties before treatment by medical personnel

Question 9

What is the unique feature of 0 type blood?

Answer 9

Universal blood

Question 10

How high should and injures limb be elevated above the heart to control bleeding ?

Answer 10

2-4 inches

Question 11

What are the life saving steps?

Answer 11

Open the airway and restore bleeding
Stop the bleeding and protect the wound
Prevent shock

Question 12

What is manual pressure?

Answer 12

Placing a hand on the dressing and exerting form pressure 5-10 min
- this is done when bleeding continues after a sterile field dressing is applied

Question 13

Should a casualty be given food or water?

Answer 13

No

Question 14

Why should you dress and bandage the would as soon as possible?

Answer 14

To protect the wound from further contamination and control the bleeding

Question 15

What should you do to indicate the casualty has received a tourniquet?

Answer 15

Mark their forehead with a T and note the time of the application

Question 16

Should you ever loosen or remove a tourniquet?

Answer 16

No only qualified medical personnel can

Question 17

Where is tourniquet applied?

Answer 17

On the upper arm

Above the knee on the thigh

Question 18

Name 3 categories of head injuries?

Answer 18

Heat cramps
Heat exhaustion
Heat stroke

Question 19

What are the signs of heat cramps?

Answer 19

Cramping of the extremities
Heat exhaustion
Heat stroke

Question 20

What is the treatment of heat cramps?

Answer 20

Move the casualty to a cool shady area / improvise shade
Loosen clothing
Drink a canteen full of water

Question 21

What are the signs and symptoms of heat stroke?

Answer 21

Nausea 
Weakness
Confusion 
Seizures 
Red/ dry hot skin 
Collapse

Question 22

What are the 2 basic types of fractures?

Answer 22

Open (compound)

Closed (simple)

Question 23

If a casualty were suspected of having a neck/ spinal injury trauma which method would you use to open their airway?

Answer 23

The jaw thrust technique

Question 24

With an open fracture, what should you do first?

Answer 24

stop the bleeding

Question 25

What is the basic proven principle in sprinting fractures?

Answer 25

Splint them where they lie

Question 26

What is the treatment for heat stroke?

Answer 26

``` Move the casualty to a cool area Loosen clothing Elevate legs Spray/ pour water on them to cool body down Seek medical assistance immediately ```

Question 27

How tight should a tourniquet be?

Answer 27

Tightened until the bleeding stops

Question 28

Name 4 points for checking a pulse?

Answer 28

Neck Wrist Ankle Groin

Question 29

What are signs and symptoms of shock?

Answer 29

Fast breathing Nausea / vomiting Clammy skin Thirst

Question 30

What is the treatment of shock? (PELCRN)

Answer 30

``` Position casualty on back Elevate the legs Loosen clothing Climatize Reassure (keep them calm) Notify medical personnel ```

Question 31

What is a heat injury?

Answer 31

A loss of water, and sweat while working in the heat or just general dehydration of the body

Question 32

What is CPR?

Answer 32

Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation - used to restore the heartbeat

Question 33

When can measures be taken to restore breathing in an individual be discontinued?

Answer 33

When a doctor tells you to stop When other relive you When you physically can’t continue When the casualty starts breathing on their own

Question 34

Name 2 types of rescue breathing

Answer 34

Mouth to mouth | Mouth to nose

Question 35

When should a casualty be placed in the shock position?

Answer 35

When they have a head injury / abdominal pain/ or fractured spin or leg

Question 36

How long is direct manual pressure applied to control the breathing?

Answer 36

5-10 minutes

Question 37

What should you do prior to leaving an unconscious casualty?

Answer 37

Turn their head to the side to prevent them choking on their own vomit

Question 38

What does COLD stand for?

Answer 38

Keep it CLEAN avoid OVERHEATING wear it LOOSE and in layers Keep it DRY

Question 39

What are the 8 steps for evaluating a casualty?

Answer 39

``` Responsiveness Breathing Pulse Bleeding shock Fractures Burns Possible concussions ```

Question 40

What is the first indication of frost bite?

Answer 40

The skin becomes numb and white particles and patches form on it

Question 41

What do you do to treat frost bite?

Answer 41

Remove clothing from effective area, warm with body heat, dress the area, and seek medical help

Question 42

When should an airtight dressing be applied to a sucking chest wound?

Answer 42

As the individual breathes out

Question 43

What do you do with exposed abdominal organs?

Answer 43

Wrap them with dry, clean material and place them on the abdomen

Question 44

In reference to carrying a casualty, what are the 2 man methods?

Answer 44

2 man support carry 2 man arms carry 2 hand seat carry 4 hand seat carry

Question 45

What are the one man methods of carrying a casualty?

Answer 45

Fireman’s carry Saddle back carry Pistol belt carry Supporting carry

Question 46

Should you put any type of cream on a burn?

Answer 46

No

Question 47

What are the 4 types of burns?

Answer 47

Thermal Chemical Electrical Laser

Question 48

What are the categories used in a medical evacuation?

Answer 48

Urgent - within 2 hours Priority - within 4 hours Routine - within 24 hours

Question 49

What is the first step in the first aid of a burn victim?

Answer 49

Remove the casualty from the source of the burn

Question 50

What are the 2 prescribed ways for opening the airway?

Answer 50

Jaw thrust | Head tilt/ chin lift

Question 51

What is TC3?

Answer 51

Tactical Combat Casualty Care

Question 52

What is care under fire?

Answer 52

``` Care given at sight of injury ONLY apply tourniquet - ask if they’re okay - can they return fire - can they move to cover - can they apply self aid ```

Question 53

What is tactical field care?

Answer 53

• Care given while under cover • RE CHECK THE TOURNIQUET H- (hemorrhage) blood sweep - check neck / under arms/ groin *treat major wounds* A- (airway) head tilt chin lift- place lubed NPA if needed B- (breathing) expose chest- take blouse/ ITOV off- look listen feel for equal rise and fall of chest C- (circulation) check pulse- is the skin cool/ clammy? Loosen restrictive clothing - treat for shock D- (Decision) call 9 line- prepare for EVAC

Question 54

What is tactical evacuation?

Answer 54

•Care given while being evacuated •Fill out TC3 card •Put space blanket on litter and put casualty on litter (check for exit wounds if you have a 2nd person helping you) *Thorough checks* Re assess pulse/ tourniquets/ major bleeding areas / then treat minor bleeding areas

Question 55

How do you treat for shock?

Answer 55

Use casualties ACH (or improvised item) to elevate legs above heart And put blanket around them (taco the casualty into space blanket so you can still treat them)