First Aid Knowlage Questions Flashcards
1
Q
How many tourniquets can be applied to a single patient?
A
You Can apply a second tourniquet if the first is tightly secured.
2
Q
Is there a time limit to how long a tourniquet can be applied for?
A
Less than 2 hours or you risk the chance of permanent damage.
3
Q
What is the clinical term for a sucking chest wound?
A
Open Pneumothorax
4
Q
During a mass casualty event, describe the proper system for triage of patients (explaining color coding and severity of injury etc.)?
A
Black: (expectant) don’t bother, save someone else
RED: (Immediate) severe injuries but high potential for survival with treatment; taken to collection point first.
YELLOW: (Delayed) serious injuries but not immediately life-threatening. GREEN: (Walking wounded) minor injuries.
