First Aid

Question 1

What is self aid?

Answer 1

Emergency treatment one applies to oneself.

Question 2

What is the quickest way to splint a broken leg?

Answer 2

Tie the broken leg securely to the unbroken leg.

Question 3

How many pressure points which can be used to control bleeding with fingers, thumbs or hands are there on the human body?

Answer 3

11

Question 4

What FM covers first aid for soldiers?

Answer 4

FM 4-25.11

Question 5

How high should an injured limb be elevated above the heart to control bleeding?

Answer 5

2 to 4 inches

Question 6

Should a casualty be given water to drink?

Answer 6

Should not eat or drink

Question 7

What is CPR?

Answer 7

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, restore heartbeat

Question 8

What is a heat injury?

Answer 8

A loss of water and salt, loss of sweat, dehydration

Question 9

With an open fracture, what should you do first?

Answer 9

Stop the bleeding

Question 10

How long is direct manual pressure applied to control bleeding?

Answer 10

Up to 10 minutes