First Aid (FM 4-25.11)

Question 1

What is self aid?

Answer 1

Emergency treatment one applies to oneself

Question 2

Name some items you might use as a splint from your military equipment

Answer 2

Bayonet

Rifle

Entrenching tool

Tent poles and stakes

Web belt

Question 3

What is the quickest way to splint a broken leg?

Answer 3

Tie the broken leg securely to the unbroken leg

Question 4

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

Answer 4

11

Question 5

What is the object of first aid?

Answer 5

1. To stop bleeding
2. Overcome shock
3. Relieve pain
4. Prevent infection

Question 6

What is first aid?

Answer 6

It is the first date given to casualties before treatment by medical personnel can be made available

Question 7

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

Answer 7

2 to 4 inches

Question 8

What are the lifesaving steps?

Answer 8

1. Open the airway and restore breathing
2. Stop bleeding / protect the wound
3. Prevent shock

Question 9

Name 3 categories of what injuries

Answer 9

1. Heat cramps
2. Heat exhaustion
3. Heat stroke

Question 10

What are two basic types of fractures?

Answer 10

1. Open (compound)

2. Closed (simple)

Question 11

What are three types of bleeding?

Answer 11

1. Arterial
2. Venous
3. Capillary

Question 12

Name 4 common points for checking pulse

Answer 12

1. The side of the neck
2. The groin
3. The wrist
4. The ankle

Question 13

What are some sign/ symptoms of shock?

Answer 13

Clammy skin

Thirst

Confusion

Fast breathing

Question 14

What is the greatest preventive measure for disease?

Answer 14

Cleanliness

Question 15

What is CPR?

Answer 15

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation l, it is used to restore a heart beat

Question 16

How long is direct manual pressure applied to control bleeding?

Answer 16

5 to 10 min