FMF 112 Flashcards
This NATO contamination marker has:
YELLOW background
RED lettering
Chemical
This NATO contamination marker has:
BLUE background
RED lettering
Biological
This NATO contamination marker has:
WHITE background
BLACK lettering
Radiological
This NATO contamination marker has:
RED background
YELLOW lettering
Stripe
Chemical Mines
(THIS) is designed to protect the wearer from field concentrations of chemical and biological agents.
M40 field protective mask
What on the M-40 field protective mask is used to cleanse contaminated air?
The filter canister
What are the three ways to give the alarm for an attack?
Vocal (GAS! 3x)
Visual (elbows bent and fist to ears)
Percussion (metal to metal)
What are the three things to do when receiving the command or detecting contamination?
Stop breathing, close mouth and eyes.
The mask must be donned, cleared, and sealed within (HOW MANY) seconds. Additional (HOW MANY) seconds.
9
6
What does the acronym MOPP stand for?
Mission Oriented Protective Posture
How many MOPP levels are there?
6 (MOPP ready, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4)
(THIS MOPP LEVEL) is when you carry your protective mask.
MOPP ready
(THIS MOPP LEVEL) the condition exists when a Marine has all of his or her MOPP gear available but is not wearing it.
MOPP 0
(THIS MOPP LEVEL) Overgarment - Worn Boots - Carried Mask - Carried Gloves - Carried
MOPP 1
(THIS MOPP LEVEL) Overgarment - Worn Boots - Worn Mask - Carried Gloves - Carried
MOPP 2
(THIS MOPP LEVEL) Overgarment - Worn Boots - Worn Mask - Worn Gloves - Carried
MOPP 3
(THIS MOPP LEVEL) Overgarment - Worn Boots - Worn Mask - Worn Gloves - Worn
MOPP 4
Why are gloves put on last?
For dexterity purposes
(THIS) is usually issued 1 roll per squad or gun team and is worn around the ankles, wrists, and biceps on the exterior of protective clothing. IT detects the presence of chemical agents, but will not identify the agent. The color will appear as a (WHAT) to a (WHAT) or (WHAT) tint.
M9 detector paper
Light pink
Reddish brown
Violet
(WHAT) use is primarily on suspected liquid forms such as puddles, small drops, or barely visible droplets.
M8 detector paper
The advantage of (THIS) detector is that it takes seconds to detect agent.
M8 PAPER/M9 TAPE
The advantage of (THIS) paper is that it’s able to detect more agents to include hazardous vapors.
M256A1
The M9 detector tap is worn (WHERE) for detecting the presence of chemical agents?
Ankles, wrists, and biceps on exterior of clothing
The purpose of M9 tape is to detect the presence of (WHAT) but not to identify the (WHAT).
Chemicals
Agent
The M9 is (WHAT) in suspect liquid and will dramatically (DO WHAT).
Dipped
Change in color
Your M8 paper located in what?
The M-256-A1 Kit
This color appears for certain agents on M8 identifier for NERVE agents (G/V).
Yellow/Gold(red-brown between H and G colors)
Dark green
This color appears for certain agents on M8 identifier for BLISTER agents (H).
Pink/red
What are the three levels of decontamination?
IMMEDIATE
OPERATIONAL
THOROUGH
This person performs the immediate decontamination.
Individuals upon contamination
This person performs the operational decontamination.
Individual and/or units
This person performs the thorough decontamination.
Decon platoon and units
What are the four immediate actions one takes after witnessing an explosion or flash of light (nuclear)?
Drop down
Face the blast with helmet on
Weapon under body and secured if applicable
Get to cover if available.
How many seconds do you face down after a nuclear attack?
After 90 seconds or when all debris has stopped falling.
How many seconds do you have to react to a gas attack?
15 seconds
Gas mask should be donned, cleared and sealed within how long?
9 seconds.
These are the S/S of what agent?
-pupils constrict, muscular twitching, rhinorrhea, dyspnea, diarrhea and vomiting, convulsions, hypersalivation, drowsiness, coma, and unconsciousness.
Nerve Agent
These are the treatments for what agent?
Simultaneous injections of:
-600mg 2 PAM Cl
-2 mg Atropine
-1st set within 10-15 min holding pen at the site for 10 sec.
15 min intervals until atropinization occurs
Nerve Agent
These are the S/S of what agent?
- eyes most vulnerable to mustard
- burns skin and blisters
BLISTER
HD/HN
LEWISITE
These are the treatments for what agent?
H: no antidote, treat symptoms
L: BAL British Anti-Lewisite (3mg cause severe symptoms)
BLISTER
HD/HN
LEWISITE
These are the S/S of what agent?
- death or recovery happens rapidly after exposure
- violent convulsions after 20-30 sec
- respiratory failure and cessation of heart w/in min
BLOOD HYDROCYANIC ACID (AC) CYANOGEN CHLORIDE (CK)
These are the treatments for what agent?
- Amyl nitrite in crush ampules
- sodium thiosulfate solution by I.V.
BLOOD HYDROCYANIC ACID (AC) CYANOGEN CHLORIDE (CK)
These are the S/S of what agent?
- watering eyes, coughing, tightness in chest
- no symptoms for 2-6 hours after exposure
- troubled breathing, painful cough, cyanosis, clammy skin
CHOKING PHOSGENE (CG) CHLORINE(Cl) CHLOROPICRIN DIPHOSGENE
These are the treatments for what agent?
- complete bed rest is mandatory
- treat symptoms
CHOKING PHOSGENE (CG) CHLORINE(Cl) CHLOROPICRIN DIPHOSGENE
These are the S/S of what agent?
- symptoms appear in 30 min to several hours and persist for days
- dizziness, muscular confusion, dry mouth, difficulty swallowing
INCAPACITATING
These are the treatments for what agent?
- prevent victims from injuring themselves and others
- glycolates, physostigmine are drug of choice
INCAPACITATING
These are the S/S of what agent?
Intense pain in the eyes with excessive tearing
RC (Riot Control)
LACRIMATORS
(TEAR GAS)
These are the treatments for what agent?
- Exposure to fresh air and letting wind blow into open eyes
- Wash clothing
RC (Riot Control)
LACRIMATORS
(TEAR GAS)
These are the S/S of what agent?
- pepper-like irritation of the eyes and respiratory tract
- uncontrollable sneezing, coughing, nausea, vomiting
RC (Riot Control)
VOMITING
These are the treatments for what agent?
- don mask in spite of symptoms
- lift mask briefly to expel vomit
- rinse off
RC (Riot Control)
VOMITING
These are the S/S of what agent?
-causes illness or death after prolonged exposure
RC (Riot Control)
SCREENING SMOKES
These are the treatments for what agent?
Treat symptoms
RC (Riot Control)
SCREENING SMOKES
These are the S/S of what agent?
-causes irritation to the eyes, nose, and throat
WHITE PHOSPHORUS
These are the treatments for what agent?
- cover skin with wet cloth or mud
- phosphorus particles must be surgically removed
- use .5% copper sulfate rinse, don’t use a dressing
WHITE PHOSPHORUS
What agent interferes with oxygen transfer?
Blood agent
Which type of agent uses the BAL as a treatment?
Blister (Lewisite)
What is the character traits of a Nerve agent?
Colorless, odorless
What is the treatment for a mustard agent?
Treat the symptoms
Which agent involves mandatory bed rest as treatment?
Choking agent
What are different types of Riot Control agents?
Lacrimators, Vomiting, and Screening Smoke agents