First Aid Flashcards
What TC covers First AID?
TC 4-02.1
What does the acronym TCCC?
Tactical Combat Casualty Care
What are the three phases of TCCC?
- Care Under Fire.
- Tactical Field Care.
- Combat Casualty Evacuation Care.
Explain phase 1 Care under fire?
you are under hostile fire and are very limited as to the care you can provide.
Explain Phase 2 Care “Tactical Field Care?
you and the casualty are relatively safe and no longer under effective hostile fire, and you are free to provide casualty care to the best of your ability.
Explain Phase 3 Care “Combat Casualty Evacuation Care?
the care rendered during casualty evacuation (CASEVAC).
What is the 1st Step for Care Under Fire?
Return fire as directed or required before providing medical treatment.
In combat, what is the most likely threat to the casualty’s life?
From Bleeding.
When would you NOT attempt to restore the airway?
if you find a casualty with no signs of life—no pulse, no breathing.
What would you do If the casualty is unresponsive?
move the casualty, his/her weapon, and mission-essential equipment to cover, as the tactical situation permits.
When would you apply a Tourniquet?
If the casualty has severe bleeding from a limb.
How do you determine the levels of consciousness?
AVPU: A = Alert; V = responds to Voice; P = responds to Pain; U = Unresponsive.
How do you check a casualty’s response to pain?
rub the breastbone briskly with a knuckle or squeeze the first or second toe over the toenail.
What does CPR stand for?
cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
How many different types of burns are there?
4
What are the 4 different types of burns?
- Thermal Burns.
- Electrical Burns.
- Chemical Burns.
- Laser Burns.
What are symptoms for heat cramps?
(1) Cramping in the extremities (arms and legs).
(2) Abdominal (stomach) cramps.
(3) Excessive sweating.
What are the symptoms for heat exhaustion?
(1) Profuse sweating with pale, moist, cool skin.
(2) Headache.
(3) Weakness.
(4) Dizziness.
(5) Loss of appetite.
(6) Cramping.
(7) Nausea (with or without vomiting).
(8) Urge to defecate.
(9) Chills (gooseflesh).
(10) Rapid breathing.
(11) Tingling of the hands and/or feet.
(12) Confusion (not answering easy questions correctly).
What are the signs and symptoms of shock?
- Sweaty but cool skin.
- Pale skin.
- Restlessness or nervousness.
- Thirst.
- Severe bleeding.
- Confusion.
- Rapid breathing.
- Blotchy blue skin.
- Nausea and/or vomiting.
What are the two methods used to open an airway?
Head-tilt/chin-lift method and Jaw-thrust method.
Explain how to perform the Head-tilt/chin-lift method?
(1) Kneel at the level of the casualty’s shoulders.
(2) Place one hand on the casualty’s forehead and apply firm, backward pressure with the palm to tilt the head back.
(3) Place the fingertips of the other hand under the bony part of the lower jaw and lift, bringing the chin forward.
When do you NOT use the head-tilt/chin lift method?
Do NOT use this method if a spinal or neck injury is suspected.
When should you insert a NPA?
If the casualty is unconscious; if respiratory rate is less than 2 in 15 seconds, and/or if the casualty is making snoring or gurgling sounds.
What does NPA Stand For?
nasopharyngeal airway
