What are the tactical indications for spinal immobilization - ANSMotor vehicle accident, Fall
greater than 15 ft, IED blast involving a MRAP
Overpressure wave (internal damage to hollow organs) - ANSPrimary Blast
Shrapnel and debris penetrating wounds - ANSSecondary Blast
Casualty is thrown into a solid object - ANSTertiary Blast
What is the leading cause of preventable death on the battlefield - ANSExtremity Hemorrhage
Why is extremity hemorrhaging the leading cause of death on the battlefield - ANSNot protected
by body armor
When should CPR be considered in the combat environment? - ANSHypothermia,
Electrocution, near drowning
Factors that influence care on the battlefield? - ANSEnemy fire, medical equipment, variable
evacuation time, tactical considerations, casualty transportation
What is a WALK kit? - ANSWarrior Aid and Litter Kit
Where can a WALK kit be found? - ANSseveral ground vehicles
What medication is found in the combat pill pack? - ANSAcetaminophen, Mobic, Moxiflaxicin
Which combat casualties will receive ABX? - ANSAll will eventually, ABX should not be given at
the point of injury unless evac. is delayed greater than 3 hours
What are the goals of TCCC - ANSAccomplish the mission, prevent additional casualties, treat
the casualty
What are the phases of care? - ANSCare under fire, tactical field care, tactical evacuation care
What does MEDEVAC encompass? - ANSCollecting the wounded, triage, provide a mode of
transportation, provide care en route
, First responder capability; Battalion Aid Station, Medical Platoon, Combat Medic - ANSLevel 1
Forward Resuscitative Care Capability; Forward Surgical Team (FST) - ANSLevel 2
Theater Hospitalization Capability; Combat Support Hospital - ANSLevel 3
Definitive Care Capability Outside of the Combat Zone; CONUS and OCONUS (Germany) -
ANSLevel 4
CONUS DOD Hospitals; DOD Hospital, VA Hospital - ANSLevel 5
What are the authorized methods of documenting care on the battlefield? - ANSDD1380 FMC,
DA7656 TC3 Card, Sharpie on skin, Sharpie on tape
What are the minimum blocks of the FMC? - ANS1,3,4,7,9,11
Where do we sign the FMC? - ANSWe don't, we initial block 11
What is the timeframe for a Urgent/Urgent Surgical casualty - ANS1 hour
What is the timeframe for a Priority casualty? - ANS4 hours
What is over classification and what is the impact on the mission? - ANSClassifying casualties
worse than they are; pulls medical assets that could be used else where
What are the lines of the 9line MEDEVAC for wartime and peace time? - ANS6 and 9
How do you request a 9 line MEDEVAC - ANS"I have a MEDEVAC request"
How long do you have to transmit a 9 line MEDEVAC - ANS25 seconds
What is a Simple rescue? - ANSOpen field, no hindrances to removing casualty
What makes up a complex rescue? - ANSVertical casualty movement, vehicle extrication,
tactical search and rescue
Define the term "x"? - ANSThe point of wounding
Describe the proper body mechanics of casualty movement? - ANSknow your capabilities, use
large leg muscles, slide or roll rather than lift
What is the load capacity of a M997 - ANS4 litter or 8 ambulatory or 2 litter and 4 ambulatory
What is the load capacity of a M113 - ANS4 litter or 10 ambulatory or a combination
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