Final Study Guide Flashcards
Changing rescuers while carrying out artificial respiration should be done ________.
A. without losing the rhythm of respiration
B. only with the help of two other people
C. by not stopping the respiration for more than 5 minutes
D. at ten-minute intervals
A. without losing the rhythm of respiration
(3) stages of team building:
- clarify the goal
- identify inhibitors
- remove inhibitors
What is the minimum level of oxygen for safe entry into an enclosed space?
19.5%
The rescuer can best provide an airtight seal during mouth to mouth ventilation by pinching the victim’s nostrils and _________.
A. cupping a hand around the patient’s mouth
B. keeping the head elevated
C. applying his mouth tightly over the victim’s mouth
D. holding the jaw down firmly
C. applying his mouth tightly over the victim’s mouth
Skill 3 is primarily composed of doing what?
Fighting fair
You are attempting to administer CPR to a victim. When you blow into his month it is apparent that no air is getting into the lungs. What should you do?
A. Blow harder to force the air past the tongue
B. Raise the victim’s head higher than his feet.
C. Press on the victim’s lungs so that air pressure will blow out any obstruction
D. Re-tip the head and try again
D. Re-tip the head and try again
A crew member has suffered frostbite to the toes of both feet. You should _________.
A. immerse the feet in warm water
B. warm the feet with a heat lamp
C. warm the feet at room temperature
D. rub the feet
A. immerse the feet in warm water
Protecting and slowly rewarming affected area WITHOUT rubbing is treatment for what condition?
Any frostbite
What is a major concern of a helicopter rescue when being hoisted from a liferaft?
Rotorwash flipping the raft
According to MARPOL Annex 1, what is the rule regarding the discharge of liquid containing oil within Special Areas?
No Discharge
All kinds of victual, domestic, and operational waste excluding fresh fish and parts thereof are classified as __________.
Garbage
A ship can discharge disinfected sewage at an offshore distance of more than ________.
4 NM
Treatment for this condition is quickly moving person to a cool shaded area, removing clothes, wrapping person in wet towels or sheets and pooring cold water over the individual. Placing cold packs under armpits, on wrists and ankles are alternate solutions. Cooling the patient as rapidly as possible is crucial.
Heat stroke
Blotchy gray or blue skin that feels frozen with no yielding sensation when pressed upon is signs of ________.
Deep tissue frostbite
Sign(s) of respiratory arrest requiring artificial respiration is (are) _______.
A. vomiting
B. blue color and lack of breathing
C. irregular breathing
D. unconsciousness
B. blue color and lack of breathing
Oxygen-enriched atmospheres occur at a concentration level above what percent?
23.5%
What is the percentage of oxygen by volume when the effect on human’s is: Faulty judgement and rapid fatigue
14%
All ships are required to carry a __________ __________ _______ that records the date/time, position, description of garbage and estimated amounts.
Garbage Record Book (GRB)
After a person has been revived by artificial respiration, he should be _________.
A. walked around until he is back to normal
B. given several shots of whiskey
C. kept lying down and warm
D. allowed to do as he wishes
C. kept lying down and warm
According to the Clean Water Act, the _______ is the organization responsible for all non-transportation related facilities, both onshore and offshore.
EPA
A crew member has suffered frostbite to the toes of the right foot. Which is NOT an acceptable first aid measure?
A. Rub the toes briskly.
B. Elevate the foot slightly.
C. Rewarm rapidly
D. Give aspirin or other medication for pain if necessary
A. Rub the toes briskly.
A single lift sling is placed under the ________ of the survivor and secured with a sliding ________.
- Armpits
- Toggle
The FWPCA requires all vessels of 300 GTs or larger and all tank barges carrying hazardous substances or oil to carry a Certificate of ________ _____________.
Certificate of Financial Responsibility
What is the proper treatment for frost bite?
A. rubbing affected area with ice or snow
B. rubbing affected area briskly to restore circulation
C. wrapping area tightly in warm cloths
D. warming exposed parts rapidly
D. warming exposed parts rapidly
What are the (3) exceptions to the MARPOL Annexes regarding Oil, Sewage or Garbage discharge?
- Safety of Ship and/or Lifesaving
- Ship or equipment damage (all reasonable precautions)
- Loss of synthetic fishing nets (all reasonable precautions)
Physical exertion on the part of a person who has fallen into cold water would _________.
A. be the best thing to try if there was no rescue in sight
B. increase survival time in the water
C. increase the rate of heat loss from the body
D. no affect the heat loss from the body
C. increase the rate of heat loss from the body
Understanding how to fight legally is Skill ____.
Skill 2
What (3) are required to be included in a vessel’s Response Plan?
- Identify PIC
- Identify and ensure sufficient personnel and equipment available for response
- Describe training and other preparations
A shipmate suddenly, cannot speak, and starts to turn blue. You should __________.
A. perform the Heimlich maneuver
B. make the victim lie down with the feet elevated to get blood to the brain
C. immediately administer CPR
D. do nothing until the victim becomes unconscious
A. perform the Heimlich maneuver
During night helo ops always properly ______ the landing area.
Light
The landing area for a helicopter should always be at least _______ feet in diameter.
50 ft
If the helicopter lands, never approach the aircraft from behind to avoid being struck by the _________.
Tail rotor
Why should objects lowered by helicopter be allowed to touch the deck or water before being touched by vessel crew?
To avoid shock from static electricity
What (2) possible outcomes does stress trigger?
- Energizing
- Interferring
What is the best treatement for a broken or fractured bone?
Immobilize the affected limb or area
Defn: The process of enabling a team of people to reach their goal.
Team building
Defn: A tank used for the collection and storage of sewage.
Holding Tank
What are the symptoms of sun stroke?
A. Temperature falls below normal, pulse is rapid and feeble, skin is cold and clammy
B. Temperature is high, pulse is strong and rapid, skin is hot and dry.
C. Temperature is high, pulse is slow and feeble, skin is clammy
D. Temperature falls below normal, pulse is rapid, skin is clammy
B. Temperature is high, pulse is strong and rapid, skin is hot and dry.
A crew member suffering from hypothermia should be given __________.
A. a small dose of alcohol
B. treatment for shock
C. a large meal
D. a brisk rub down
B. treatment for shock
MARPOL’s Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution by Oil is which Annex?
Annex 1
A crew member is unconscious and the face is flushed. You should ________.
A. lay the crew member down with the head and shoulders slightly raised
B. administer a liquid stimulant
C. lay the crew member down with the head lower than the feet
D. attempt to stand the crew member upright to restore consciousness
A. lay the crew member down with the head and shoulders slightly raised
A double lift can be used to lift two survivors or one survivor who is suffering from hypothermia. Where would the slings be placed?
One under an armpit
One under the lower thigh
Annex 1 = ________.
Annex 1 = Oil
What year was the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships established by the IMO?
1973
What were states encouraged to do by the Oil Pollution Act, 1990?
Enact stricter state legislation on top of the OPA
A person who gets battery acid in an eye should IMMEDIATELY wash the eye with _________.
A. boric acid solution
B. water
C. baking soda solution
D. ammonia
B. water
What Act was created as a result of the Exxon Valdez running aground?
Oil Pollution Act of 1990
The MOST important element in administering CPR is ________.
A. having the proper equipment for the process
B. starting the treatment quickly
C. administering of oxygen
D. treating for traumatic shock
B. starting the treatment quickly
At what rate would you render mouth to mouth or mouth to nose artificial respiration to an adult?
A. 4 to 6 times per minute
B. 12 to 15 times per minute
C. 20 to 30 times per minute
D. At least 30 times per minute
B. 12 to 15 times per minute
What is a requirement for all vessels 12 meters or more regarding crew and passenger notifications for discharging garbage?
Placards are required detailing the distances for garbage disposal
Hot dry and flushed skin, confusion or lost consciousness, rapid weak pulse and dialated pupils are signs of what condition?
Heat stroke
Minimum disposal limits for dunnage, lining, and packing materials that will float is ________.
25 NM
_________ prohibits the discharge of oil, hazardous substances, or pollutants upon the navigable waters of the US, adjoining shorelines, contiguous zone waters, or waters seaward of the contiguous zone that may affect US natural resources.
Clean Water Act (or Federal Water Pollution Control Act, 1972)