FM 4-25.11 Flashcards

1
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What is self aid?

A

Emergency treatment one applies to one self

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2
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Name some items that you might use to splint from military equipment?

A
  • Bayonnet
  • tent poles and stakes
  • Entrenching tool
  • rifle
  • web belt
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3
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What is the quickest way to splint a broken leg?

A

Tie the broken leg securely to the unbroken leg

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4
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What FM covers first aid?

A

FM 4-25.11

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5
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How many pressure points, which can be used to control bleeding with fingers, thumb or hands are in the human body?

A

11

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6
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What is the object of first aid?

A

To prevent bleeding

Overcome shock

Relieve pain

Prevent infection

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7
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What is unique about the type “ O “ blood?

A

It is a universal donor

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8
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When would you not remove casualties clothing to expose wound?

A

If in a chemical environment or if the clothing is stuck to the wound

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9
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What soldiers are most likely to suffer heat injuries

A

Soldiers not accustomed to heat, overweight soldiers, prior heat casualties, and soldiers dehydrated due to alcohol use, diarrhea, or lack of water.

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10
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How high should an injured limb be elevated above the heart to control bleeding?

A

2 to 4 inched

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11
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What are the life saving steps ( ABC’s of medical treatment )?

A

Open the airway and restore breathing

Stop bleeding / protect wound

Prevent shock

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12
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When applying splint, where should the bandages be tied?

A

The bandages should be tied with knots against the splint

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13
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Whose first aid dressing should be used on a casualty?

A

Use casualty’s field dressing

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14
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How should ends of an improved pressure dressing be tied?

A

Tie ends together in a non slip knot, directly over the wound site.

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15
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What is manual pressure ?

A

Pressure applied to control bleeding

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16
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Should casualty be given water to drink?

A

Casualty should not eat or drink

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17
Q

Why would you dress and bandage a wound as soon as possible?

A

To protect the wound from further contamination of germs, and also to control the bleeding

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18
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What should you do to indicate that the casualty has received a tourniquet?

A

Mark a T on the forehead, and write the time you applied the tourniquet if possible

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19
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Should you ever remove or lossen a tourniquet?

A

No only qualified medical personnel

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20
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Where is a tourniquet applied ?

A

Place tourniquet around the limb, between the wound

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21
Q

How can you prevent athletes foot?

A

Keep your feet clean, foot powder, and change socks everyday

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22
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Name 3 categories of heat injuries?

A

Heat cramps

Heat exhaustion

Heat stroke

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23
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What are signs and symptoms of heat cramps?

A

Cramping in the extremities

Abdominal cramps

Excessive sweating

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24
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What are some signs of open fracture?

A

Bleeding

Bone sticking out the skin

Check for pulse

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25
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What is the treatment for heat cramps ?

A

Move casualty to a cool place

Loosen clothing

Slowly drink a canteen of water

Seek medical assistance if cramps continue

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26
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What signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion?

A

Excessive sweating with pale, moist, cool skin

Headache

Weaknesss

Dizziness

Loss of appetite

Cramping

Nausea

Confusion

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27
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What would the treatment be for heat exhaustion?

A

Move casualty to a cool place.

Loosen or remove clothing , pour water on him and fan him

Elevate legs

Slowly drink a canteen of water

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28
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What are signs and symptoms of heat stroke?

A

Headaches

Weaknesss

Dizziness

Cramping

Nausea

Confusion

29
Q

If a casualty were suspected of having a neck/spinal injury or severe head trauma, which method would you use for opening air way?

A

The jaw thrust technique, in most cases it can be done without extending the neck

30
Q

What would the treatment be for heat stroke?

A

Move casualty to a cool place.

Loosen or remove clothing , pour water on him and fan him

Elevate legs

Slowly drink a canteen of water

31
Q

What are two basics type of fractures?

A

Open (compound)

Closed (simple)

32
Q

What are some signs of closed fracture

A

Swelling

Discoloration

Deformity

Unusual body position

Check for pulse

33
Q

With an open fracture what should you do first?

A

Stop the bleeding

34
Q

What is the basic proven principle in splinting fractures?

A

Splint them where they lie

35
Q

How tight should a tourniquet be?

A

Tight enough where the bright red bleeding stops

36
Q

What are 3 types of bleeding?

A

Arterial - blood is bright red will spurt with heart beat

Venous - blood is dark red and flows in steady stream

Capillary- blood oozes from the wound

37
Q

What is a heat injury?

A

Loss of water and salt

38
Q

What is the greatest preventive measure for disease?

A

Cleanliness

39
Q

What is treatment for shock?

A

Position casualty on their back

Elevate legs

Loosen clothing at neck waist or wherever binding

Acclimatize ( prevent too hot or too cold)

Reassure (keep casualty calm )

Notify medical personnel

40
Q

What are some signs or symptoms of shock

A

Clammy skin

Nervousness

Thirst

Loss of blood

Confusion

41
Q

How do you stop bleeding?

A

Apply field dressing

Manual pressure

Elevate the limb

Apply pressure dressing

Digital pressure

Apply tourniquet

42
Q

What is CPR?

A

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, used to restore heartbeat

43
Q

What is AIDS ?

A

AIDS is the end stage of HIV infection

44
Q

Name two types of rescue breathing?

A

Mouth to mouth

Mouth to nose

45
Q

What do the letters to AIDS stand for?

A

Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome

46
Q

When should a casualty not be placed in a shock position?

A

Head injury

Abdominal wound

Fractured leg

47
Q

How long is manual pressure applied to control bleeding?

A

5 to 10 minutes

48
Q

What should you do prior to leaving an unconscious casualty?

A

Turn their head to the side to prevent from them choking on their own vomit

49
Q

When should a tourniquet be used to stop bleeding?

A

As the last resort when everything else has failed or when an arm or leg has been severed off.

50
Q

What does COLD stand for?

A

Key word in cold protection

Kept it CLEAN

Avoid OVERHEATING

Wear it LOOSE and in layers

And Keep it DRY

51
Q

What are 8 steps in evaluating a casualty?

A

Responsiveness

Breathing

Pulse

Bleeding

Shock

Fractures

Burns

Possible concussions

52
Q

What is the first indication of frost bite?

A

Skin becomes numb and white particles/ patches form on it

53
Q

What do you do to treat frostbite?

A

Remove clothing from affected area, warm with body heat, dress area and seek medical help

54
Q

When should an air tight dressing be applied to a sucking chest wound?

A

As the individual breaths out

55
Q

How should you position a casualty with an open abdominal wound?

A

On his back with his knees up to relieve abdominal pressure.

56
Q

What do you do with exposed abdominal organs?

A

Wrap them in dry clean material and place on top of the abdomen.

57
Q

How do you take the carotid pulse?

A

Feel for the pulse on the side of the casualty’s neck closest to you using your first two index fingers

58
Q

In reference to carrying a casualty, what are two man methods?

A

Two man support carry

Two man arms carry

Two man fire and aft carry

Four hand seat carry

Two hand seat carry

59
Q

In reference to carrying a casualty, what are the one man methods?

A

Fireman carry

Supporting carry

Arms carry

Saddleback carry

Pack strap carry

Pistol belt carry

Pistol belt drag

Neck drag

60
Q

Should you put any medication or cream on a burn?

A

No

61
Q

Name four types of burns?

A

Electrical

Thermal

Chemical

Laser

62
Q

What is the primary objective in the treatment of burns?

A

Lessen or prevent shock, and infection

63
Q

What are three categories of medical evacuation?

A

Urgent - within 2 hours
Priority - within 4 hours
Routine- within 24 hours

64
Q

What is the first aid procedure for white phosphorus casualty?

A

Smother the flame by submerging the affected area in water or pack with mud, the. Remove particles by brushing them or picking them out

65
Q

What is the first step in the first aid of a burn victim?

A

Remove casualty from the source of the burn

66
Q

What is the major cause of tooth decay and gum disease?

A

Dental plaque

67
Q

What are the 9 mild symptoms of nerve agent poisoning?

A

Unexplained runny nose

Unexplained headache

Sudden drooling

Difficulty seeing

Tightness in chest

Sweating

Stomach cramps

Nausea

Tachycardia ( rapid heart beat)

68
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What are 11 severe symptoms of nerve agent poisoning?

A

Confused behavior

Wheezing

Severely pinpointed pupils

Red eyes with tearing

Vomiting

Severe muscular twitching and general weakness

Involuntary urination

Convulsions

Unconsciousness

Respiratory failure

Bradycardia slow heart beat