First Aid Flashcards
4 objectives of CLS
Stop bleeding
Overcome shock
Relieve pain
Prevent infection
First aid field manual
FM 4-25.11
Two types of fractures
Compound (open)
Simple (closed)
3 heat related injuries
Heat cramp
Heat exhaustion
Heat stroke
How many pressure points are their to control bleeding with fingers thumbs or hands?
11
Up to what height should an injured limb be elevated above the heart to control bleeding?
2-4” above the heart
When applying a tourniquet how high above the wound or joint?
2”
Signs and symptoms of heat cramps?
Cramping in extremities arms and legs
Abdominal cramps
Excessive sweating
3 types of burns
Thermal
Chemical
Electrical
What’s the rule when applying a splint?
Apply it as it lies
What does C.O.L.D. Stand for?
It is a key word in cold weather protection, it stands for Keep it CLEAN, Avoid OVERHEATING, Wear it LOOSE and in layers and Keep it DRY