OSV Questions - Murphy's Manual Flashcards
Life jackets should be marked with the ________. A. maximum weight allowed B. stowage space assigned C. vessel’s home port D. vessel’s name
D. vessel’s name
Life jackets should be stowed in ________ A. survival craft B. messrooms C. readily accessible locations D. locked watertight containers
C. readily accessible locations
Which statement is TRUE concerning life jackets which are severely damaged? A. They should be replaced B. They must be tested for buoyancy before being continued in use C. They can be repaired by a reliable seamstress. D. They can be used for children
A. They should be replaced
Which statement is TRUE concerning life jackets? A. Buoyant vests may be substituted for life jackets B. Life jackets are designed to turn an unconscious person’s face clear of the water. C. Life jackets must always be worn with the same side facing outwards to float properly D. Lightly stained or faded life jackets will fail in the water and should not be used
B. Life jackets are designed to turn an unconscious person’s face clear of the water.
Each buoyant work vest on an OSV must be what? A. Coast Guard approved B. marked with the name of the unit C. equipped with a waterlight D. All of the above
A. Coast Guard approved
On an OSV, when may a work vest be substituted for a required life jacket? A. To replace a damaged life jacket B. For use during fire drills C. For use during boat drills D. At no time
D. At no time
How is the external flotation bladder of an immersion suit inflated? A. It is inflated by a small CO2 bottle that is automatically tripped when the front zipper is at the top of the zipper track. B. It is inflated by a small CO2 bottle that is manually tripped C. It is inflated by blowing through an inflation tube. D. It inflates by seawater bleeding into the inflation bladder and reacting with a chemical
C. It is inflated by blowing through an inflation tube.
The external flotation bladder on an immersion suit should be inflated ________. A. only after two hours in the water B. only after four hours in the water C. before entry into the water D. upon entry into the water
D. upon entry into the water
The external inflation bladder on an immersion suit should be inflated ________. A. before you enter the water B. after you enter the water C. after one hour in the water D. after you notice that your suit is losing buoyancy
B. after you enter the water
You are testing the external floatation bladder of an immersion suit and find it has a very slow leak. Which action should be taken? A. Replace the suit. B. Replace the inflation bladder. C. Contact the manufacturer for repair instructions D. Some leakage should be expected and a topping off tube is provided; no other action is necessary.
C. Contact the manufacturer for repair instructions
An immersion suit must be equipped with a/an __________. A. air bottle for breathing B. orange smoke canister C. whistle, light and retro reflective material D. sea dye marker
C. whistle, light and retro reflective material
Which statement concerning immersion suits is TRUE? A. Immersion suits should be worn during routine work on deck to provide maximum protection B. After purchasing, the suit should be removed from its storage bag and hung on a hanger where readily accessible C. Immersion suits must have a PFD light attached to the front shoulder area D. Small leaks or tears may be repaired using the repair kit packed with the suit.
C. Immersion suits must have a PFD light attached to the front shoulder area
Which is TRUE concerning immersion suits and their use? A. Only a light layer of clothing may be worn underneath B. They provide sufficient floatation to do away with the necessity of wearing a life jacket. C. They should be tight fitting. D. A puncture in the suit will not appreciably reduce its value
B. They provide sufficient floatation to do away with the necessity of wearing a life jacket.
Which statement about immersion suits is TRUE? A. Prior to abandonment, the suit allows body movement such as walking, climbing a ladder and picking up small objects B. The immersion suit seals in body heat and provides protection against hypothermia for weeks C. The suit is flameproof and provides protection to the wearer while swimming through burning oil D. The wearer of the suit is severely restricted and requires twice the time to climb a ladder than without the suit
A. Prior to abandonment, the suit allows body movement such as walking, climbing a ladder and picking up small objects
Which statement about immersion suits is TRUE? A. Immersion suits should be worn while performing routine work on deck B. After purchasing, the suit should be stowed in the storage bag in which it was received. C. During the annual maintenance, the front zipper should be lubricated using light machine oil or mineral oil D. Any tear or leak will render the suit unserviceable and it must be replaced
B. After purchasing, the suit should be stowed in the storage bag in which it was received.
Which statement about immersion suits is TRUE? A. The suit’s oil resistance is such that it will be serviceable and be usable after exposure to gasoline or mineral spirits without needing to be specially treated. B. The suit seals in body heat and provides protection against hypothermia indefinitely C. The suit is flameproof and provides protection to the wearer while swimming through burning oil D. The suit must, without assistance, turn an unconscious person’s mouth clear of the water within 5 seconds
D. The suit must, without assistance, turn an unconscious person’s mouth clear of the water within 5 seconds
A rigid lifesaving device designed to support survivors in the water is a _________. A. rigid liferaft B. life float C. inflatable liferaft D. survival capsule
B. life float
The instructions for rescue boats and liferafts on an OSV must be approved by the ________. A. lease operator B. Minerals Management Service C. Coast Guard D. person-in-charge of the unit
C. Coast Guard
A person who observes an individual fall overboard from an OSV should ________. A. immediately jump into the water to assist the individual B. call for help and keep the individual in sight C. run to the radio room to send an emergency message D. go to the control room for the distress flares
B. call for help and keep the individual in sight
In accordance with SOLAS, the batteries that power interior lighting in inflatable liferafts can be made to last longer by _________. A. unscrewing the bulb during the daylight B. switching the light on only when necessary C. taking no action is there is no way on saving power D. taking no action as they shut off automatically in daylight
B. switching the light on only when necessary
The inside light in an inflatable liferaft is turned on __________. A. automatically as the liferaft inflates B. with a switch near the boarding handle C. at night because the light has a photosensitive switch D. by screwing the bulb in after the raft inflates
A. automatically as the liferaft inflates
The lights on the outside of the canopy of an inflatable liferaft operate _________. A. by turning the globe clockwise B. by a switch at the light C. by a light sensor D. automatically when the raft is inflated
D. automatically when the raft is inflated
A feature of an inflatable raft whch helps keep people stationary in rough weather is what? A. lashings on the floor of the raft for the passenger’s feet B. straps from the overhead C. lifelines on the inside of the raft D. ridges in the floor of the raft
C. lifelines on the inside of the raft
An emergency sea anchor may be constructed by using what? A. a boat bucket B. an air tank filled with water C. an oar and canvas weighted down D. All of the above
D. All of the above
What must be carried out in order to launch and inflate an inflatable liferaft? A. pull on the hydrostatic release, pull on the sea painter B. push on the hydrostatic release, pull on the sea painter C. push on the hydrostatic release, push on the sea painter D. pull on the hydrostatic release, push on the sea painter
B. push on the hydrostatic release, pull on the sea painter
An inflatable liferaft should be manually released from its cradle by _________. A. cutting the straps that enclose the container B. removing the rubber sealing strip from the container C. loosening the turnbuckle on the securing strap D. pushing the button on the hydrostatic release
D. pushing the button on the hydrostatic release
What must be carried out in order to manually launch an inflatable liferaft not designed for float-free operation? A. It will be easily launched by simply breaking the weak link. B. Depress the hydrostatic release button C. It is easily launched by cutting the container securing straps D. It is only necessary to attach the weak link to the vessel
B. Depress the hydrostatic release button
An inflatable liferaft is thrown into the water from a sinking vessel. Which action occurs automatically after the painter trips the CO2 bottles to inflate the raft? A. The sea anchor is deployed B. The floor inflates C. If upside down, the raft will right itself. D. The painter detaches from the raft
A. The sea anchor is deployed
The abandon ship signal is ________. A. a continuous ringing of the general alarm bells for at least 10 seconds B. a continuous ringing of the general alarm, and sounding of the ship’s whistle C. more than 6 short blasts and 1 long blast of the ship’s whistle and the same signal on the general alarm bells D. a continuous sounding of the ship’s whistle
C. more than 6 short blasts and 1 long blast of the ship’s whistle and the same signal on the general alarm bells
The signal given to commence lowering the lifeboats is _________. A. 3 short blasts of the ship’s whistle B. 1 short blast of the ship’s whistle C. 3 long blasts of the ship’s whistle D. 1 long blast of the ship’s whistle
B. 1 short blast of the ship’s whistle
The signal for a fire emergency on an OSV is ________. A. a 30 second on 30 second off alternating signal B. the continuous blast of the ships whistle for not less than 10 seconds supplemented by the continuous ringing of the general alarm bells for not less than 10 seconds C. an intermittent ringing of the general alarm for not less than ten seconds D. announced over the PA system
B. the continuous blast of the ships whistle for not less than 10 seconds supplemented by the continuous ringing of the general alarm bells for not less than 10 seconds
You hear the general alarm and ship’s whistle sound for over 10 seconds. Traditionally, this is the signal for ________. A. abandon ship B. dismissal from fire and emergency stations C. fire and emergency D. man overboard
C. fire and emergency
If help has not arrived in 10-12 hours after having abandoned an OSV in a survival craft, you should __________. A. go in one direction until the fuel runs out B. plot course for the nearest land C. take a vote on the direction in which to go D. shutdown the engines and put out the sea anchor
D. shutdown the engines and put out the sea anchor
Provided every effort is used to produce, as well as preserve body moisture content by avoiding perspiration, how long is it normally possible to survive without stored quantities of water? A. Up to 3 days B. 8 - 14 days C. 15 - 20 days D. 25 - 30 days
B. 8 - 14 days
An immersion suit should be equipped with a/an ________. A. air bottle for breathing B. whistle and hand held flare C. whistle, strobe light and reflective tape D. whistle, hand held flare and sea dye marker
C. whistle, strobe light and reflective tape
Which statement about immersion suits is TRUE? A. The suit must, without assistance, turn an unconscious person’s mouth clear of the water within 5 seconds B. The immersion suit seals in body heat and provides protection against hyposthermia for weeks. C. The suit will still be serviceable after a brief (2-6 minutes) exposure to flame and burning D. The collar must be inflated before abandoning ship
A. The suit must, without assistance, turn an unconscious person’s mouth clear of the water within 5 seconds
You must ensure that lifesaving equipment is ________. A. locked up B. readily accessible for use C. inaccessible to passengers D. on the topmost deck of the vessel at all times
B. readily accessible for use
If you see an individual fall overboard, you should _______. A. throw him/her a life buoy B. hail “man overboard” C. pass the word to the bridge D. All of the above
D. All of the above
On board an OSV, the key to the most rapid and effective response to a man overboard situation is __________. A. switching to hydraulic steering B. a dedicated crew C. good equipment D. good communication
D. good communication
Inflatable liferafts are provided with ________. A. a portable radio B. an oil lantern C. canned milk D. a towing bridle
D. a towing bridle
Inflatable liferafts are provided with a ________. A. jackknife B. towing connection C. lifeline D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Inflatable liferafts are provided with a _________. A. Very pistol B. towing connection C. portable radio D. canned milk
B. towing connection
The air spaces in the floor of an inflatable liferaft will provide protection against _________. A. asphyxiation from CO2 B. loss of air in the sides of the raft C. rough seas D. cold water temperatures
D. cold water temperatures
A lifeline must be connected to the liferaft __________. A. at the bow B. at the stern C. in the middle D. all around
D. all around
A safety feature provided on all inflatable liferafts is ________. A. overhead safety straps B. built in seats C. internal releasing hooks D. water stabilizing pockets
D. water stabilizing pockets
Water pockets on the underside of an inflatable liferaft are for _________. A. catching rain water B. stability C. easy drainage D. maneuverability
B. stability
What is placed on the underside of an inflatable liferaft to help prevent it from being skidded by the wind or overturned? A. Ballast bags B. A keel C. Strikes D. Sea anchor
A. Ballast bags
Handholds or straps on the underside of an inflatable liferaft are provided __________. A. to right the raft if it capsizes B. to carry the raft around on deck C. for crewmen to hang on to D. to hang the raft for drying
A. to right the raft if it capsizes
In each inflatable rescue boat, what piece of equipment is provided to make quick, emergency, temporary repairs to a large hold in a raft? A. No equipment is provided. B. Glue and rubber patches C. Several various-sized sealing clamps D. Self-adhesive rubberized canvas patches
C. Several various-sized sealing clamps
Puncture leaks in the lower tubes or bottom of an inflatable liferaft should FIRST be stopped by using ________. A. sealing clamps B. repair tape C. a tube patch D. sail twine and vulcanizing kit
A. sealing clamps
The jackknife stored on an inflatable liferaft will always be located _________. A. in one of the equipment bags B. in a special pocket near the forward entrance C. on a cord hanging from the canopy D. in a pocket on the first aid kit
B. in a special pocket near the forward entrance
Using a sea anchor will ________. A. reduce your drift rate B. keep the liferaft from turning over C. aid in recovering the liferaft D. increase your visibility
A. reduce your drift rate
When a sea anchor for a survival craft is properly rigged, it will _________. A. completely stop the survival craft from drifting B. help to prevent broaching C. prevent the survival craft from pitching D. prevent the survival craft from rolling
B. help to prevent broaching
Your rescue craft is broken down and rolling in heavy seas. You can reduce the possibility of capsizing by ________. A. shifting the rudder constantly B. moving all personnel forward and low C. moving all personnel aft D. rigging a sea anchor
D. rigging a sea anchor
A liferaft with a capacity of 8 people used in ocean service is required by regulations to carry _________. A. 8 liters of fresh water B. 12 units of provisions C. 12 liters of fresh water D. 24 units of provisions
C. 12 liters of fresh water
If you find an inflatable liferaft container with the steel bands still in place around its case, you should ________. A. tell the Master B. leave the bands in place C. tell the Mate D. remove the bands yourself
B. leave the bands in place
A hydrostatic release mechanism for a liferaft _________. A. must be wet before it will release B. should be kept in a watertight cover except in an emergency C. will inflate the raft in its cradle if operated manually D. must be submerged to a certain depth to release automatically
D. must be submerged to a certain depth to release automatically
If the hydrostatic release mechanism for an inflatable liferaft is not periodically serviced and becomes inoperable, it will fail to ________. A. set the water lights on immersion B. release the dye marker from the liferaft C. free the liferaft from the vessel D. break the seal on the carbon dioxide cylinder
C. free the liferaft from the vessel
What is the purpose of the hydrostatic release on an inflatable liferaft? A. to release the raft from the cradle automatically as the ship sinks B. to inflate the raft automatically C. to test the rafts hydrostatically D. None of the above
A. to release the raft from the cradle automatically as the ship sinks
Which of the devices listed will prevent an inflated liferaft from being pulled under by a vessel which sinks in water over 100 feet deep? A. The hydrostatic release B. A shear pin C. A rottmer release D. A weak link in the painter
D. A weak link in the painter
Who should inspect and test an inflatable liferaft? A. The person in charge B. An approved servicing facility C. Shipyard personnel D. A certified lifeboatman
B. An approved servicing facility
After launching, an inflatable raft should be kept dry inside by _________. A. opening the automatic drain plugs B. draining the water pockets C. using the electric bilge pump D. using the bailers and cellulose sponge
D. using the bailers and cellulose sponge
The instructions for the launching of lifeboats and liferafts must be approved by the _________. A. lease operator B. Minerals Management Service C. Coast Guard D. person-in-charge of the unit
C. Coast Guard
After a liferaft is launched, the operating cord _______. A. serves as a sea painter B. detaches automatically C. is used to rig the boarding ladder D. is cut immediately as it is of no further use
A. serves as a sea painter
After having thrown the liferaft and stowage container into the water, the liferaft is inflated by _________. A. pulling on the painter line B. forcing open the container which operates the CO2 C. hitting the hydrostatic release D. using the hand pump provided
A. pulling on the painter line
An inflatable liferaft can be launched by _________. A. the float free method only B. kicking the hydrostatic release C. throwing the entire container overboard, then pulling on the operating cord to inflate the raft D. removing the securing straps
C. throwing the entire container overboard, then pulling on the operating cord to inflate the raft
An inflatable liferaft is floating in its container, attached to the ship by its painter, as the ship is sinking rapidly. Which action should be taken with respect to the liferaft container? A. Cut the painter line so that it will not pull the liferaft container down. B. Swim away from the container so that you will not be in danger as it goes down. C. Take no action as the pull on the painter will cause the liferaft to inflate and open the container. B. Manually open the container and inflate the liferaft with the hand pump.
C. Take no action as the pull on the painter will cause the liferaft to inflate and open the container.
To launch a liferaft by hand, you should _________. A. cut the casing bands, thrown the raft over the side and it will inflate by itself B. detach the operating cord, throw the liferaft over the side and it will then inflate C. cut the casing bands, throw the raft over the side and pull the operating cord D. throw the liferaft over the side and pull the operating cord
D. throw the liferaft over the side and pull the operating cord
What is the correct procedure to follow when launching an inflatable liferaft by hand from an OSV? A. Connect the float free link to the vessel. B. Pull the painter from the container and make it fast to the cleat provided C. Open the canopy relief valves. D. Remove the raft from the container to permit complete inflation.
B. Pull the painter from the container and make it fast to the cleat provided
The most important thing to remember when launching an inflatable liferaft by hand is to _________. A. open the CO2 inflation valve B. open the raft container C. ensure that the operating cord is secured to the vessel D. inflate the raft on the vessel, then lower it over the side
C. ensure that the operating cord is secured to the vessel
The sea painter of an inflatable liferaft should be _______. A. free running on deck B. faked out next to the case C. secured to a permanent object on deck via a weak link D. stowed near the raft
C. secured to a permanent object on deck via a weak link
When launching an inflatable liferaft, you should make sure that the operating cord is _________. A. fastened to some substantial part of the vessel B. not fastened to anything C. secured to the hydrostatic release D. fastened to the raft container
A. fastened to some substantial part of the vessel
Which statement is TRUE concerning an inflatable liferaft? A. The floor may be inflated for insulation from cold water. B. Crew members may jump into the raft without damaging it. C. The raft may be boarded before it is fully inflated. D. All of the above
D. All of the above
In good weather, you should deploy the sea anchor from the liferaft to _________. A. keep the liferaft from capsizing B. navigate against the current C. keep personnel from getting seasick D. stay in the general location
D. stay in the general location
When whistle signals are used for launching lifeboats, one short blast means ________. A. “use the float-free method only” B. “lower all boats” C. “raise all boats” D. “drill is over, secure all boats”
B. “lower all boats”
When you hear three short blasts on the ship’s whistle and the same signal on the general alarm bells, you __________. A. are required to be at your liferaft B. are dismissed from drills C. should point to the man overboard D. should start the fire pump
B. are dismissed from drills
While reading the muster list you see that “3 short blasts on the whistle and three short rings on the general alarm bell” is the signal for __________. A. abandon ship B. dismissal from fire and emergency stations C. fire and emergency D. man overboard
B. dismissal from fire and emergency stations
All OSV personnel should be familiar with survival craft _______. A. boarding and operating procedures B. maintenance schedule C. navigational systems D. fuel consumption rates
A. boarding and operating procedures
If you have to jump in the water when abandoning ship, your legs should be ________. A. spread apart as far as possible B. held as tightly against your chest as possible C. in a kneeling position D. extended straight down and crossed at the ankles
D. extended straight down and crossed at the ankles
If you must jump from a vessel, the correct posture includes ________. A. holding down the life preserver against the chest with one arm crossing the other, covering the mouth and nose with a hand, and feet together B. knees bent and held close to the body with both arms around legs C. body straight and arms held tightly at the sides for feet first entry into the water D. both hands holding the life preserver below the chin with knees bent and legs crossed
A. holding down the life preserver against the chest with one arm crossing the other, covering the mouth and nose with a hand, and feet together
If you continue to wear extra clothing when entering the water after abandoning your vessel, it will ______. A. weigh you down B. preserve body heat C. reduce your body heat D. make it more difficult to breathe
B. preserve body heat
To keep injured survivors warm in the water after abandoning ship, they should _______. A. be placed in the middle of a small circle formed by the other survivors in the water B. float on their backs with their arms extended for maximum exposure to the air C. remove their life preservers and hold on to the uninjured survivors D. sip water at intervals of fifteen minutes
A. be placed in the middle of a small circle formed by the other survivors in the water
You have abandoned ship and are in an inflatable raft that has just inflated. You hear a continuous hissing coming from a fitting in a buoyancy tube. What is the cause of this? A. The saltwater is activating the batteries of the marker lights on the canopy B. The inflation pump is in automatic operation to keep the tubes fully inflated C. A deflation plug is partially open allowing the escape of CO2 D. Excess inflation pressure is bleeding off and should soon stop
D. Excess inflation pressure is bleeding off and should soon stop
During an abandonment or drill, the first person to arrive at the survival craft should _____. A. pass out food and water to personnel B. open the doors and start the sprinkler systems C. activate the emergency release handle D. open the doors and prepare the craft for boarding
D. open the doors and prepare the craft for boarding
What is one of the FIRST actions you should take after abandoning and clearing away from a vessel? A. Identify the person in charge. B. Gather up useful floating objects C. Prepare for arrival of rescue units D. Arrange watches and duties
A. Identify the person in charge.
After abandoning ship which action should be taken IMMEDIATELY upon entering a liferaft? A. Open equipment pack. B. Issue anti-seasickness medicine. C. Get clear of the ship D. Dry the liferaft floor and inflate.
C. Get clear of the ship
You board an inflatable liferaft that has been hand launched from a sinking vessel. what should you do FIRST after everyone is onboard the liferaft? A. cut the painter. B. operate the radio equipment. C. Open the equipment pack. D. Ventilate the liferaft of CO2
A. cut the painter.
You have hand launched an inflatable liferaft. What should be one of your FIRST actions after all persons have boarded the liferaft? A. Open the equipment pack. B. Inflate the liferaft floor. C. Decide on food and water rations. D. Cut the sea painter and clear the vessel.
D. Cut the sea painter and clear the vessel.
What is one of the FIRST things you would do on boarding an inflatable liferaft? A. Open equipment pack B. Post a lookout. C. Issue anti-seasickness medicine. D. Pick up other survivors.
D. Pick up other survivors.
Which of the following steps should normally be taken first by those who have boarded a liferaft in an emergency situation? A. Ration food and water supplies B. Search for survivors C. Determine position and closest point of land D. Check pyrotechnic supplies
B. Search for survivors
You have abandoned your vessel. You are in a liferaft and have cleared away from your vessel. One of your FIRST actions should be to _________. A. take measures to maintain morale B. prepare and use radio equipment C. identify the person in charge of liferaft D. search for survivors
D. search for survivors
A liferaft which has inflated bottom-up on the water _______. A. should be righted by standing on the carbon dioxide cylinder, holding the righting straps and leaning backwards B. should be righted by standing on the life line, holding the righting straps leaning backwards C. will right itself when the canopy tube inflates D. must be cleared of the buoyant equipment before it will right itself
A. should be righted by standing on the carbon dioxide cylinder, holding the righting straps and leaning backwards
If an inflatable liferaft inflates upside down, you can right it by __________. A. pushing up on one side B. standing on the CO2 bottle, holding the bottom straps, and throwing your weight backwards C. getting at least three or four men to push down on the side containing the CO2 cylinder D. doing nothing; it will right itself after the canopy supports inflate
B. standing on the CO2 bottle, holding the bottom straps, and throwing your weight backwards
If an inflatable liferaft is overturned, it may be righted by ________. A. filling the stabilizers on one side with water B. releasing the CO2 cylinder C. pushing up from under one end D. standing on the inflating cylinder and pulling on the straps on the underside of the raft
D. standing on the inflating cylinder and pulling on the straps on the underside of the raft
To turn over a liferaft that is floating upside down, you should pull on the __________. A. canopy B. manropes C. sea painter D. righting lines
D. righting lines
If more than one liferaft is manned after the vessel has sunk, ________. A. each raft should go in a different direction in search of land B. the possibility of a search aircraft finding you is increased by spreading out C. reduce the number of liferafts by getting as many people as possible into as few rafts as possible D. tie each of the rafts together and try to stay in a single group
D. tie each of the rafts together and try to stay in a single group
If you are forced to abandon ship in a liferaft, your course of action should be to __________. A. remain in the immediate vicinity B. head for the nearest land C. head for the closest sea-lanes D. let the persons in the boat vote on what to do
A. remain in the immediate vicinity
When a ship is abandoned and there are several liferafts in the water, one of the FIRST things to be done is __________. A. separate the rafts as much as possible to increase chances of detection B. transfer all supplies to one raft C. transfer all the injured to one raft D. secure the rafts together to keep them from drifting apart
D. secure the rafts together to keep them from drifting apart
If you must enter water on which there is an oil fire, you should ________. A. protect your life preserver by holding it above your head B. enter the water on the windward side of the vessel C. keep both hands in front of your face to break the water surface when diving head first D. wear very light clothing
B. enter the water on the windward side of the vessel
If water is rising in the bilge of a survival craft, you should first __________. A. abandon the survival craft B. check for cracks in the hull C. shift all personnel to the stern D. check the bilge drain plug
D. check the bilge drain plug
Inflatable liferafts are less maneuverable than lifeboats due to their __________. A. shape B. shallow draft C. large sail area D. All of the above
D. All of the above
If your liferaft is to leeward of a fire on the water, you should FIRST _________. A. cut the line to the sea anchor B. paddle away from the fire C. splash water over the liferaft to cool it D. get out of the raft and swim to safety
A. cut the line to the sea anchor
If you must swim through an oil fire, you should NOT _________. A. wear as much clothing as possible B. enter the water feet first C. swim with the wind D. cover eyes with one hand when entering the water
C. swim with the wind
If there are a number of survivors in the water after abandoning an OSV and no rescue craft are in sight, they should ________. A. tie themselves to the unit to avoid drifting with the current B. group to form a small circle of survivors to create a warmer pocket of water in the center of the circle C. send the strongest swimmer to shore for assistance D. form a raft by lashing their life jackets together
B. group to form a small circle of survivors to create a warmer pocket of water in the center of the circle
Once the daily ration of drinking water in a survival situation has been established, the drinking routine should include ________. A. small sips at regular intervals during the day B. a complete daily ration at one time during the day C. one-third the daily ration 3 times during the day D. small sips only after sunset
C. one-third the daily ration 3 times during the day
When using the rainwater collection tubes of a liferaft, the FIRST collection should be _________. A. passed around so all can drink B. poured overboard because of salt washed off the canopy C. saved to be used at a later time D. used to boil food
B. poured overboard because of salt washed off the canopy
You have abandoned ship and are in charge of a liferaft or survival craft. How much water per day should you permit each person to have after the first 24 hours? A. 1 can B. 1 pint C. 1 quart D. 1 gallon
B. 1 pint
You have abandoned ship in rough weather. After picking up other survivors in your liferaft, what should you do next? A. Close up the entrances. B. Top up the buoyancy tubes C. Prepare for the arrival of rescue units. D. Decide on food and water rations
A. Close up the entrances.
You have abandoned ship in tropical waters. which procedure should be used during a prolonged period in a liferaft? A. Wet clothes during the day to decrease perspiration. B. Get plenty of rest C. Keep the entrance curtains open. D. All of the above
D. All of the above
When transferring survivors from a survival craft to a rescue vessel, personnel on board the craft should ____________. A. remove their lifejackets to make it easier to climb on board the rescue vessel B. climb on top of the survival craft while waiting their turn to transfer to the rescue vessel C. remain seated inside the survival craft and make the transfer one person at a time D. enter the water and swim over to the rescue vessel
C. remain seated inside the survival craft and make the transfer one person at a time
When personnel are lifted by a helicopter from an inflatable liferaft, the personnel on the raft should ________. A. deflate the floor of the raft to reduce the danger of capsizing B. inflate the floor of the raft to provide for additional stability C. remove their lifejackets to prepare for the transfer D. take in the sea anchor to prevent fouling of the rescue sling
A. deflate the floor of the raft to reduce the danger of capsizing
When a helicopter is lifting personnel from a rescue boat, the other individuals in the boat should _______. A. enter the water in case the person being lifted slips from the sling B. stand on the outside of the boat to assist the person being lifted C. remove their lifejackets to prepare for their transfer to the helicopter D. remain seated inside to provide body weight for stability
D. remain seated inside to provide body weight for stability
What does “EPIRB” stand for? A. Emergency Position Indicating Radar Buoy B. Electronic Pulse Indicating Radio Beacon C. Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon D. None of the above
C. Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon
After having activated the EPIRB, you should _______. A. turn it off for 5 minutes every half-hour B. turn it off and on at 5 minute intervals C. turn it off during daylight hours D. leave it on continuously
D. leave it on continuously
Each vessel in ocean and coastwise service must have an approved EPIRB. An EPIRB ______. A. must be stowed in a manner so that it will float free if the vessel sinks B. must be stowed where it is readily accessible for testing and use C. is a devise that transmits a radio signal D. All of the above
D. All of the above
When should the EPIRB be activated after abandoning an OSV? A. Immediately B. After one hour C. Only when another vessel is in sight D. Only after sunset
A. Immediately
You are in a survival craft broadcasting a distress message. What information would be essential to your rescuers? A. The nature of the distress B. The time of day C. Your radio callsign D. Your position by lat. and long.
D. Your position by lat. and long.
If you have to abandon ship, the EPIRB can be used to __________. A. hold the survival craft’s head up into the seas B. generate orange smoke C. seal leaks in rubber rafts D. send radio homing signals to searching aircraft
D. send radio homing signals to searching aircraft
What should you do with your EPIRB if you are in a lifeboat during storm conditions? A. Bring it inside the liferaft and leave it on. B. Bring it inside the liferaft and turn it off until the storm passes. C. Leave it outside the liferaft and leave it on. D. Leave it outside the liferaft and turn it off.
A. Bring it inside the liferaft and leave it on.
A distress signal ________. A. consists of 5 or more short blasts of the fog signal apparatus B. consists of the raising and lowering of a large white flag C. may be used individually or in conjunction with other distress signals D. is used to indicate doubt about another vessel’s intentions
C. may be used individually or in conjunction with other distress signals
Distress signals may be ________. A. red flares B. smoke signals C. sound signals D. Any of the above
D. Any of the above
Signaling devices which are required on inflatable liferafts include ________. A. a rocket shoulder rifle B. an oil lantern C. red flares D. an air horn
C. red flares
When you are firing a pyrotechnic distress signal, it should be aimed at ________. A. straight overhead B. at the vessel whose attention you are trying to get C. into the wind D. about 60 degrees above the horizon
D. about 60 degrees above the horizon
Which item of the listed survival craft equipment would be the most suitable for night signaling to a ship on the horizon? A. A red parachute flare B. A red handheld flare C. An orange smoke flare D. A flashlight
A. A red parachute flare
Which condition represents the appropriate time for setting off distress flares and rockets? A. Only when there is a chance of their being seen by rescue vessels B. At half hour intervals C. At one hour intervals D. Immediately upon abandoning the vessel
A. Only when there is a chance of their being seen by rescue vessels
When a vessel signals her distress by means of a gun or other explosive signal, the firing should be at intervals of approximately ______. A. 10 minutes B. 1 minute C. 1 hour D. 3 minutes
B. 1 minute
A man aboard a vessel, signaling by raising and lowering his outstretched arms to each side, is indicating _______. A. danger, stay away B. all is clear, it is safe to pass C. all is clear, it is safe to approach D. a distress signal
D. a distress signal
One of the signals, other than a distress signal, that can be used by a rescue boat to attract attention is a/an _________. A. red star shell B. searchlight C. burning barrel D. orange smoke signal
B. searchlight
Signaling devices required on inflatable liferafts include a(n) _________. A. Very pistol B. orange smoke signal C. air horn D. lantern
B. orange smoke signal
When using a handheld smoke signal in a liferaft, you should activate the signal ________. A. on the upwind side B. inside the boat C. at the stern D. on the downwind side
D. on the downwind side
You have abandoned ship and after two days in a liferaft you can see an aircraft near the horizon apparently carrying out a search pattern. You should ______. A. switch the EPIRB to the homing signal mode B. use the voice transmission capability of the EPIRB to guide the aircraft to your raft C. turn on the strobe light on the top of the EPIRB D. use visual distress signals in conjunction with the EPIRB
D. use visual distress signals in conjunction with the EPIRB
You can indicate that your vessel is in distress by _______. A. displaying a large red flag B. displaying three black balls in a vertical line C. sounding five or more short and rapid blasts on the whistle D. continuously sounding the fog-whistle
D. continuously sounding the fog-whistle
All of the following are recognized distress signals under the Navigation Rules EXCEPT ________. A. a green star signal B. orange-colored smoke C. red flares D. the repeated raising and lowering of outstretched arms
A. a green star signal
A magnetic compass card is marked in how many degrees? A. 90 B. 180 C. 360 D. 400
C. 360
As a vessel changes course to starboard, the compass card in a magnetic compass _________. A. first turns to starboard then counter clockwise to port B. also turns to starboard C. turns counterclockwise to port D. remains aligned with compass north
D. remains aligned with compass north
Error may be introduced into a magnetic compass by _______. A. making a structural change to the vessel B. a short circuit near the compass C. belt buckles D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Which would influence a magnetic compass? A. electrical wiring B. Iron pipe C. Radio D. All of the above
D. All of the above
A vessel heading NNE is on a course of _______. A. 022.5 B. 045.0 C. 067.5 D. 090.0
A. 022.5
A vessel heading NE is on a course of _______. A. 022.5 B. 045.0 C. 067.5 D. 090.0
B. 045.0
A vessel heading ENE is on a course of _______. A. 022.5 B. 045.0 C. 067.5 D. 090.0
C. 067.5
A vessel heading ESE is on a course of _______. A. 112.5 B. 135.0 C. 157.5 D. 180.0
A. 112.5
A vessel heading SE is on a course of _______. A. 112.5 B. 135.0 C. 157.5 D. 180.0
B. 135.0
A vessel heading SSE is on a course of _______. A. 112.5 B. 135.0 C. 157.5 D. 180.0
C. 157.5
A vessel heading SSW is on a course of _______. A. 202.5 B. 225.0 C. 247.5 D. 270.0
A. 202.5
A vessel heading SW is on a course of _______. A. 202.5 B. 225.0 C. 247.5 D. 270.0
B. 225.0
A vessel heading WSW is on a course of _______. A. 202.5 B. 225.0 C. 247.5 D. 270.0
C. 247.5
A vessel heading WNW is on a course of _______. A. 270.0 B. 292.5 C. 315.0 D. 337.5
B. 292.5
A vessel heading NW is on a course of _______. A. 274.5 B. 292.5 C. 315.0 D. 337.5
C. 315.0
A vessel heading NNW is on a course of _______. A. 274.5 B. 292.5 C. 315.0 D. 337.5
D. 337.5
The heading of a vessel is indicated by what part of the compass? A. Card B. Needle C. Lubber’s line D. Gimbals
C. Lubber’s line
The lubber’s line of a magnetic compass _______. A. always shows true north direction B. indicates the vessel’s heading C. is always parallel to the vessel’s transom D. is located on the compass card
B. indicates the vessel’s heading
The lubber’s line on a magnetic compass indicates ________. A. compass north B. the direction of the vessel’s head C. magnetic north D. a relative bearing taken with azimuth circle
B. the direction of the vessel’s head
When a magnetic compass is not in use for a prolonged period of time it should ________. A. be shielded from direct sunlight B. be locked into a constant heading C. have any air bubbles replaced with nitrogen D. have the compensating magnets removed
A. be shielded from direct sunlight
On vessels on an international voyage, each inflatable liferaft shall have a carrying capacity of not less than _________. A. 50% of all persons on board B. 75% of all persons on board C. 6 persons D. 10 persons
C. 6 persons
The capacity of any liferaft on board a vessel can be determined by ________. A. examining the Certificate of Inspection B. examining the plate on the outside of the raft container C. referring to the Muster List (“Station Bill”) D. referring to the shipping articles
B. examining the plate on the outside of the raft container
Each EPIRB required on a n OSV shall be tested using the integrated test circuit and output indicator every _______. A. week B. two weeks C. month D. two months
C. month
Inflatable liferafts must be overhauled and inspected at a USCG approved service facility every __________. A. six months B. twelve months C. eighteen months D. twenty-four months
B. twelve months
Inflatable liferafts shall be serviced at an approved servicing facility every 12 months or not later than the next vessel inspection for certification. However, the total elapsed time between servicing cannot exceed ________. A. 12 months B. 15 months C. 17 months D. 18 months
C. 17 months
Where would you find a list of the lifesaving equipment onboard your supply boat? A. Ship’s articles B. Muster List (“Station Bill”) C. Certificate of Inspection D. USCG Regulations
C. Certificate of Inspection
The immersion suit requirements of OSV apply to units operating in the Atlantic Ocean ________. A. above 20 degrees North and below 20 degrees South B. above 25 degrees North and below 25 degrees South C. above 30 degrees North and below 30 degrees South D. above 32 degrees North and below 32 degrees South
D. above 32 degrees North and below 32 degrees South
Who should inspect and test an inflatable liferaft? A. The Chief Mate B. An approved servicing facility C. Shipyard personnel D. A certificated lifeboatman
B. An approved servicing facility
The life jackets on all vessels shall be ______. A. inspected weekly B. worn at all times C. readily available D. tested yearly
C. readily available
The float free link attached to a sea painter on an inflatable liferaft has a breaking strength of _______. A. 100-134 lbs for buoyant apparatus with a capacity of 10 persons or less B. 200-268 lbs for buoyant apparatus with a capacity of 11 to 200 persons C. 400-536 lbs for buoyant apparatus with a capacity of 21 persons or more D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Which document will describe lifesaving equipment located aboard your vessel? A. Muster List (“Station Bill”) B. Certificate of Inspection C. Forecastle card D. Clearance papers
B. Certificate of Inspection
The light on a life jacket must be replaced _________. A. when the power source is replaced B. each year after installation C. every six months D. when it is no longer serviceable
D. when it is no longer serviceable
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require inflatable liferafts to be equipped with __________. A. a first aid kit B. an instruction manual C. a sea anchor D. All of the above
D. All of the above
The painter of the inflatable liferaft has a length of ________. A. 25 feet B. 100 feet C. 200 feet D. 400 feet
B. 100 feet
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) require that life jackets shall be _________. A. provided for each person onboard B. provided for all personnel on watch C. readily accessible to persons in the engine room D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Each personal flotation device light on an OSV that has a non-replacement power source must be replaced _________. A. every six months after initial installation B. every 12 months after initial installation C. every 24 months after initial installtion D. on or before the expiration date of the power source
D. on or before the expiration date of the power source
Life preservers must be marked with the _____. A. stowage space assigned B. vessel’s name C. vessel’s home port D. maximum weight allowed
B. vessel’s name
Lifejackets should be stowed in _______. A. the forepeaks B. the pumproom C. readily accessible spaces D. locked watertight containers
C. readily accessible spaces
The light on a personal flotation device on an OSV must be replaced ________. A. when the power source is replaced B. each year after installation C. every six months D. when it is no longer serviceable
D. when it is no longer serviceable
When can a work vest be substituted for a life jacket in the total count of the required lifesaving gear? A. when it is approved by the Coast Guard B. When working near or over the water C. When stowed away from the ring buoys D. A work vest may never be counted as a lifejacket
D. A work vest may never be counted as a lifejacket
On an OSV, how many ring buoys are required to have a buoyant line attached? A. One ring life buoy B. One ring life buoy on each side of the OSV C. Three ring life buoys D. Two ring life buoys on each side of the OSV
B. One ring life buoy on each side of the OSV
When a lifeline is required to be attached to a ring life buoy it must be at least ________. A. 30 feet long B. 60 feet long C. 90 feet long D. 120 feet long
B. 60 feet long
Of the required ring life buoys for an OSV, how many must be equipped with a water light? A. 8 B. 4 C. 2 D. 1
C. 2 `
What is the minimum required number of ring life buoys on an OSV certified for ocean service? A. 4 B. 8 C. 12 D. 16
B. 8
Which statement is TRUE concerning distress signals in a survival craft? A. Hand held flares and orange smoke signals are required B. If hand-held rocket-propelled parachute flares are provided, they are the only distress signals required. C. Two hand-held smoke signals shall be provided. D. A Very pistol with twelve flares is required.
A. Hand held flares and orange smoke signals are required
By regulation, orange smoke distress signals will expire not more than how many months from the date of manufacture? A. 24 months B. 36 months C. 42 months D. 54 months
C. 42 months
Each distress signal and self-activated smoke signal must be replaced not later than the marked date of expiration, or not more than how many months from the date of manufacture? A. 48 months B. 42 months C. 36 months D. 30 months
B. 42 months
What is the maximum length of time that distress flares are approved for? A. 1 and 1/2 years B. 2 years C. 3 and 1/2 years D. 5 years
C. 3 and 1/2 years
Which type EPIRB must each ocean-going OSV carry? A. Class A B. Class B C. Class C D. Category I
D. Category I
Which vessel greater than 100 GT is NOT required to have an EPIRB. A. A sailing vessel B. A fishing vessel C. A non self-propelled vessel D. A towing vessel
C. A non self-propelled vessel
Each OSV must carry ________. A. one category I 406 MHz satellite EPIRB B. at least one life buoy on each side of the vessel fitted with a buoyant life line C. at least 12 rocket parachute flares D. All of the above
D. All of the above
The EPIRB beacon on an OSV vessel must be stowed ________. A. in an inside passageway B. in an approved bracket C. so that it is accessible from the pilothouse of the vessel D. so that it will float free if the vessel sinks
D. so that it will float free if the vessel sinks
CATEGORY I EPIRB’s transmit on frequencies that are monitored by __________. A. orbiting satellites in space B. commercial radio stations C. private, commercial, and military aircraft D. Both A & C
A. orbiting satellites in space
The Master shall insure that the EPIRB is _________. A. secured inside the wheelhouse B. tested annually C. tested monthly D. secured in the emergency locker
C. tested monthly
The person-in-charge shall insure that each rescue boat on an OSV is lowered to the water, launched and operated at least once every ________. A. week B. two months C. three months D. six months
C. three months
The rescue boat on an OSV shall carry a tow line strong enough to tow the vessel’s largest loaded liferaft at a speed of at least _________. A. 1 knot B. 2 knot C. 5 knot D. 10 knot
B. 2 knot
Line throwing apparatus aboard ship must contain ________. A. two rockets, one of which shall be the buoyant type B. three rockets, one of which shall be the buoyant type C. four rockets, two of which shall be the buoyant type D. five rockets, two of which shall be the buoyant type
C. four rockets, two of which shall be the buoyant type
The breaking strength of the service lines of the rockets used with an impulse-projected, rocket type line throwing appliances is __________. A. 300 lbs B. 500 lbs C. 1000 lbs D. 1500 lbs
B. 500 lbs
Your vessel is required to have an impulse-projected line throwing appliance. The auxiliary line must _______. A. be of a light color B. be 250 meters in length C. have a breaking strength of 9000 lbs D. be made of synthetic material
C. have a breaking strength of 9000 lbs
For an OSV not on an international voyage, an approved substitute for an impulse projected type line throwing appliance is a __________. A. spring-loaded line thrower B. hand thrown buoyant line C. shoulder type line throwing gun D. heaving line
C. shoulder type line throwing gun
What is NOT a requirement for testing the line throwing appliance on a vessel? A. A drill should be conducted every three months. B. A regular service line must be used when it’s fired. C. A regular projectile must be used when it’s fired. D. The actual firing is at the discretion of the Master.
B. A regular service line must be used when it’s fired.
Which precaution should be taken when testing a line throwing gun? A. Never remove the line from the rocket. B. Fire it at an angle of approximately 90 degrees to the horizon C. Wear asbestos gloves. D. All of the above
A. Never remove the line from the rocket.
Which statement is TRUE concerning the testing of the line-throwing appliance? A. It shall be fired at least once in every three months. B. A drill in its use shall be held once in every 3 months. C. Drills shall be held quarterly and it shall be fired annually. D. No drills are required.
B. A drill in its use shall be held once in every 3 months.
Before CPR is started, you should _________. A. establish an open airway B. treat any bleeding wounds C. insure the victim is conscious D. make the victim comfortable
A. establish an open airway
When administering artificial respiration, it is MOST important to ________. A. monitor blood pressure B. clear airways C. use the rhythmic pressure method D. know all approved methods
B. clear airways
You are attempting to administer CPR to a victim. When you blow into his month it is apparent that no air is getting into the lungs. What should you do? A. Blow harder to force the air past the tongue B. Raise the victim’s head higher than his feet. C. Press on the victim’s lungs so that air pressure will blow out any obstruction D. Re-tip the head and try again
D. Re-tip the head and try again
When applying chest compressions on an adult victim during CPR, the sternum should be depressed about ________. A. 1/2 inch or less B. 1/2 to 1 inch C. 1 to 1-1/2 inches D. 1-1/2 to 2 inches
D. 1-1/2 to 2 inches
You are administering chest compressions during CPR. Where on the victim’s body should the pressure be applied? A. Lower half of the sternum B. Tip of the sternum C. Top half of the sternum D. Left chest over the heart
A. Lower half of the sternum
The rescuer can best provide an airtight seal during mouth to mouth ventilation by pinching the victim’s nostrils and _________. A. cupping a hand around the patient’s mouth B. keeping the head elevated C. applying his mouth tightly over the victim’s mouth D. holding the jaw down firmly
C. applying his mouth tightly over the victim’s mouth
The rescuer can best provide an airtight seal during mouth-to-mouth resuscitation by pinching the victim’s nostrils and _________. A. cupping a hand around the patient’s mouth B. keeping the head elevated C. applying his mouth tightly over the victim’s mouth D. holding the jaw down firmly
C. applying his mouth tightly over the victim’s mouth
After a person has been revived by artificial respiration, he should be _________. A. walked around until he is back to normal B. given several shots of whiskey C. kept lying down and warm D. allowed to do as he wishes
C. kept lying down and warm
At what rate would you render mouth to mouth or mouth to nose artificial respiration to an adult? A. 4 to 6 times per minute B. 12 to 15 times per minute C. 20 to 30 times per minute D. At least 30 times per minute
B. 12 to 15 times per minute
Changing rescuers while carrying out artificial respiration should be done ________. A. without losing the rhythm of respiration B. only with the help of two other people C. by not stopping the respiration for more than 5 minutes D. at ten-minute intervals
A. without losing the rhythm of respiration
Sign(s) of respiratory arrest requiring artificial respiration is (are) _______. A. vomiting B. blue color and lack of breathing C. irregular breathing D. unconsciousness
B. blue color and lack of breathing
If someone suffers a heart attack and has ceased breathing, you should ________. A. immediately give a stimulant, by force if necessary B. make the victim comfortable in a bunk C. immediately start CPR D. administer oxygen
C. immediately start CPR
In order to initiate CPR on a drowning victim, ________. A. start chest compressions before the victim is removed from the water B. drain water from the lungs before ventilating C. begin mouth-to-mouth ventilations D. do not tilt the thead back since it may cause vomiting
C. begin mouth-to-mouth ventilations
The MOST important element in administering CPR is ________. A. having the proper equipment for the process B. starting the treatment quickly C. administering of oxygen D. treating for traumatic shock
B. starting the treatment quickly
If the patient vomits during mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, the rescuer should FIRST _________. A. ignore it and continue mouth-to-mouth ventilation B. pause for a moment until the patient appears quiet again, then resume ventilation mouth-to-mouth C. switch to mouth-to-nose ventilation D. turn the patient’s body to the side, sweep out the mouth and resume mouth-to-mouth ventilation
D. turn the patient’s body to the side, sweep out the mouth and resume mouth-to-mouth ventilation
Symptoms of heat stroke are __________. A. cold and moist skin, high body temperature B. cold and dry skin, low body temperature C. hot and moist skin, high body temperature D. hot and dry skin, high body temperature
D. hot and dry skin, high body temperature
A crew member has suffered frostbite to the toes of both feet. You should _________. A. immerse the feet in warm water B. warm the feet with a heat lamp C. warm the feet at room temperature D. rub the feet
A. immerse the feet in warm water
A crew member has suffered frostbite to the toes of the right foot. Which is NOT an acceptable first aid measure? A. Rub the toes briskly. B. Elevate the foot slightly. C. Rewarm rapidly D. Give aspirin or other medication for pain if necessary
A. Rub the toes briskly.
What is the proper treatment for frost bite? A. rubbing affected area with ice or snow B. rubbing affected area briskly to restore circulation C. wrapping area tightly in warm cloths D. warming exposed parts rapidly
D. warming exposed parts rapidly
A crew member suffering from hypothermia should be given __________. A. a small dose of alcohol B. treatment for shock C. a large meal D. a brisk rub down
B. treatment for shock
Physical exertion on the part of a person who has fallen into cold water would _________. A. be the best thing to try if there was no rescue in sight B. increase survival time in the water C. increase the rate of heat loss from the body D. no affect the heat loss from the body
C. increase the rate of heat loss from the body
The most effective treatment for warming a crew member suffering from hypothermia is ___________. A. running or jumping to increase circulation B. raising body temperature rapidly by placing hands and feet in hot water C. bundling the body in blankets to rewarm gradually D. laying prone under heat lamps to rewarm rapidly
C. bundling the body in blankets to rewarm gradually
What action should be taken for a patient suffering from heat exhaustion? A. moved to a cool room and told to lie down B. kept standing and encouraged to walk slowly and continuously C. given a glass of water and told to return to work after 15 minutes of rest D. None of the above are correct
A. moved to a cool room and told to lie down
A shipmate suddenly, cannot speak, and starts to turn blue. You should __________. A. perform the Heimlich maneuver B. make the victim lie down with the feet elevated to get blood to the brain C. immediately administer CPR D. do nothing until the victim becomes unconscious
A. perform the Heimlich maneuver
A victim is coughing and wheezing from a partial obstruction of the airway. An observer should _________. A. perform the Heimlich maneuver B. immediately start CPR C. give back blows and something to drink D. allow the person to continue coughing and dislodge the obstruction on their own
D. allow the person to continue coughing and dislodge the obstruction on their own
A person who gets battery acid in an eye should IMMEDIATELY wash the eye with _________. A. boric acid solution B. water C. baking soda solution D. ammonia
B. water
If a person gets something in his or her eye and you see that it is not embedded, you can _________. A. get them to rub their eye until the object is gone B. remove it with a match or toothpick C. remove it with a piece of dry sterile cotton D. remove it with a moist, cotton-tipped applicator
D. remove it with a moist, cotton-tipped applicator
In reviving a person who has been overcome by gas, fumes, what would you AVOID doing? A. giving stimulants B. Prompt removal of the patient from the suffocating atmosphere C. Applying artificial respiration and massage D. keeping the patient warm and comfortable
A. giving stimulants
To reduce mild fever the MOST useful drug is _______. A. bicarbonate of soda B. paregoric C. aspirin D. aromatic spirits of ammonia
C. aspirin
Which should NOT be a treatment for a person who has received a head injury and is groggy or unconscious? A. Give a stimulant B. Elevate his head C. Stop severe bleeding D. Treat for shock
A. Give a stimulant
Treatment of sunstroke consists principally of ________. A. cooling, removing to shaded area, and lying down B. bathing with rubbing alcohol C. drinking ice water D. All of the above
A. cooling, removing to shaded area, and lying down
What are the symptoms of sun stroke? A. Temperature falls below normal, pulse is rapid and feeble, skin is cold and clammy B. Temperature is high, pulse is strong and rapid, skin is hot and dry. C. Temperature is high, pulse is slow and feeble, skin is clammy D. Temperature falls below normal, pulse is rapid, skin is clammy
B. Temperature is high, pulse is strong and rapid, skin is hot and dry.
A crew member is unconscious and the face is flushed. You should ________. A. lay the crew member down with the head and shoulders slightly raised B. administer a liquid stimulant C. lay the crew member down with the head lower than the feet D. attempt to stand the crew member upright to restore consciousness
A. lay the crew member down with the head and shoulders slightly raised
