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Of the deaths that occur during ground combat, about what percent die before reaching a medical treatment facility?
Of the deaths that occur during ground combat, about what percent die before reaching a medical treatment facility?
90 percent
Your unit is in ground combat. You see a soldier fall as though he has been shot. Your primary duty is to:
Your unit is in ground combat. You see a soldier fall as though he has been shot. Your primary duty is to:
Continue firing at the enemy
You are treating a casualty while under fire. Which of the following can you perform before moving the casualty to a place of safety?
You are treating a casualty while under fire. Which of the following can you perform before moving the casualty to a place of safety?
Apply a tourniquet to control severe bleeding on a limb
Tactical combat casualty care has three phases. List the phases.
Tactical combat casualty care has three phases. List the phases.
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A casualty is being transported to a collection point using a non-medical vehicle. Which of the following terms apply?
A casualty is being transported to a collection point using a non-medical vehicle. Which of the following terms apply?
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What medical term means bleeding, usually severe?
What medical term means bleeding, usually severe?
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A pad of material placed on the wound to absorb the blood is called the ________ while the material used to keep the pad from slipping off the wound is called the __________.
A pad of material placed on the wound to absorb the blood is called the ________ while the material used to keep the pad from slipping off the wound is called the __________.
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The wrist is _________ to the elbow. The elbow is _______ to the wrist.
The wrist is _________ to the elbow. The elbow is _______ to the wrist.
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Is the combat lifesaver considered to be a medical soldier?
Is the combat lifesaver considered to be a medical soldier?
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What are the three most common medically preventable causes of death on the modern battlefield?
What are the three most common medically preventable causes of death on the modern battlefield?
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Of the three preventable causes of death, which results in the most deaths?
Of the three preventable causes of death, which results in the most deaths?
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Your unit is in ground combat. You see a soldier fall as though he has been shot. Your primary duty is to:
Your unit is in ground combat. You see a soldier fall as though he has been shot. Your primary duty is to:
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What type of preventable condition do more soldiers die from during ground combat before reaching a medical treatment facility?
What type of preventable condition do more soldiers die from during ground combat before reaching a medical treatment facility?
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When performing care under fire, which of the following actions can be performed before moving the casualty to a safe location?
When performing care under fire, which of the following actions can be performed before moving the casualty to a safe location?
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You and another soldier are in the open and separated when you both come under enemy fire. The other soldier is wounded but conscious and able to fire his weapon. What should you tell him to do?
You and another soldier are in the open and separated when you both come under enemy fire. The other soldier is wounded but conscious and able to fire his weapon. What should you tell him to do?
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You have come under enemy fire. You and another soldier have taken cover together. The other soldier has a severe bleeding wound to his arm. You can administer treatment without endangering the mission or yourself. What treatment should you administer?
You have come under enemy fire. You and another soldier have taken cover together. The other soldier has a severe bleeding wound to his arm. You can administer treatment without endangering the mission or yourself. What treatment should you administer?
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You are going to the aid of a injured soldier while under fire. What should be your first action upon reaching the soldier?
You are going to the aid of a injured soldier while under fire. What should be your first action upon reaching the soldier?
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A casualty is lying very still. He does not respond to any of your questions or commands. He does show a reaction when you rub his breastbone briskly with your knuckle. How would you classify the casualty on the AVPU scale?
A casualty is lying very still. He does not respond to any of your questions or commands. He does show a reaction when you rub his breastbone briskly with your knuckle. How would you classify the casualty on the AVPU scale?
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You are determining the casualty's level of responsiveness. The casualty tells you that he has been shot in his leg and that he is in pain. How would you classify the casualty on the AVPU scale?
You are determining the casualty's level of responsiveness. The casualty tells you that he has been shot in his leg and that he is in pain. How would you classify the casualty on the AVPU scale?
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When should you plan how to move a wounded soldier out of enemy fire?
When should you plan how to move a wounded soldier out of enemy fire?
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You have been wounded and are still under enemy fire. You are unable to return fire and there is no safe cover nearby. What should you do?
You have been wounded and are still under enemy fire. You are unable to return fire and there is no safe cover nearby. What should you do?
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You can move a casualty out of enemy fire and to a safe location. Should you also try to move the casualty's weapon to the safe location?
You can move a casualty out of enemy fire and to a safe location. Should you also try to move the casualty's weapon to the safe location?
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A casualty has been shot in his left foot, but can still hop on his right leg. Which of the following should you use to move the casualty to safety?
A casualty has been shot in his left foot, but can still hop on his right leg. Which of the following should you use to move the casualty to safety?
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You applied a tourniquet to a soldier's wounded leg before dragging him to a safe location. What should you do about the tourniquet once you and the casualty are safe?
You applied a tourniquet to a soldier's wounded leg before dragging him to a safe location. What should you do about the tourniquet once you and the casualty are safe?
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You applied a tourniquet to a soldier about 8 hours ago. What should be the next course of action?
You applied a tourniquet to a soldier about 8 hours ago. What should be the next course of action?
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Study Notes
Ground Combat Casualties
- 90% of deaths during ground combat occur before reaching a medical treatment facility.
- Bleeding from extremities is the leading preventable cause of death on the battlefield.
Duties in Combat
- During combat, if a soldier falls, the primary duty is to continue firing at the enemy rather than rushing to the fallen soldier.
- Care under fire prioritizes continuing the mission while providing emergency aid, such as applying a tourniquet to control severe bleeding.
Tactical Combat Casualty Care Phases
- Care under Fire: Immediate care during combat, focusing on self-protection and the casualty's critical needs.
- Tactical Field Care: Providing more comprehensive care once the situation is safer.
- Tactical Evacuation Care: Preparing the casualty for transport to medical treatment.
Medical Terminology
- CASEVAC: Refers to the non-medical transport of casualties.
- Hemorrhage: Medical term for severe bleeding.
- Dressing absorbs blood, while a bandage keeps the dressing in place.
Casualty Assessment
- The wrist is distal to the elbow, while the elbow is proximal to the wrist.
- The AVPU scale is used for assessing a casualty's responsiveness:
- P: Responds to pain, not verbal communication.
- A: Alert and responsive to questions.
Combat Situations and Responses
- In a combat scenario with a conscious, wounded soldier, instruct them to seek cover and administer self-aid.
- If encountering a casualty, the first action should be checking their responsiveness.
Treatment Protocols
- Administering a tourniquet can happen before moving a casualty to a safe location during care under fire.
- After moving a casualty, inspect the tourniquet site to check if bleeding can be managed with less invasive methods.
Best Practices for Moving Casualties
- Move casualties using the safest method available, considering both their and your safety.
- If a soldier is incapacitated, play dead if unable to return fire or find cover.
Final Considerations
- Plan evacuation of a wounded soldier before leaving safety.
- If it's possible, the soldier's weapon should also be moved to safety along with them.
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Test your knowledge on the Army Combat Lifesaver (CLS) course with this comprehensive quiz. Covering key concepts such as casualty treatment and actions under fire, this quiz will help you prepare for real-life scenarios in ground combat. Challenge yourself and enhance your understanding of critical emergency response procedures.
