Emergency Scene Management and Casualty Care

What are some biological responses that may be reflected in both casualties and first aiders in stressful situations?

In what way might a casualty react under stress when in denial?

How can stress management contribute to the quality of first aid provided by a first aider?

What can be done to reduce the negative impact of stress for a first aider?

How should a first aider adjust to a casualty showing assertiveness?

Why is it important for first aiders to process their emotions after serious incidents?

What is the purpose of turning a casualty as a unit when suspecting a head or spinal injury?

In a situation where a head or spinal injury is suspected, how should the first aider at the head support the casualty's head?

What role does a third first aider play when turning a casualty with suspected head or spinal injury?

When should a secondary survey be completed by a first aider?

What is the purpose of the secondary survey?

Which step is NOT part of the secondary survey?

What is the 'golden hour' in the context of emergency situations?

What is the interval between breaths referred to as?

What is the role of paramedics in providing medical care?

Which of the following is a sign of effective breathing?

What should a first aider do if they are alone with a casualty in need of medical attention?

What does breathing depth refer to?

Who is responsible for diagnosing the nature and extent of an injury or illness?

How does the body respond when a person is not getting enough oxygen?

In what situations might medical care not be necessary following first aid?

Which condition is not a cause of abnormal heart and lung function as mentioned in the text?

Where can medical care be provided according to the text?

What do signs of effective breathing include?

What is the purpose of the secondary survey in ongoing casualty care?

When should the primary survey begin in emergency scene management?

What are the sequential steps of the primary survey in ongoing casualty care?

In ongoing casualty care, when should you begin life-saving first aid?

What should be done if a conscious casualty is encountered during the primary survey?

Why is it important to keep a mobile phone on speaker when calling for medical help during emergency scene management?

What factors determine how much mechanical energy something has according to the text?

When should a first aider seek medical help for a casualty, based on the information provided?

How are first aiders affected by the stress they may experience during assistance?

In what scenarios should a first aider consider seeking medical help for an infant, based on the text?

What should first aiders do if they suspect a head or spinal injury in a casualty according to the text?

How does the text describe stress in relation to physical and psychological events?

What should a first aider do if a conscious casualty is encountered during the primary survey?

Why should the primary survey begin immediately after the scene survey?

What should a first aider do to help a conscious casualty during ongoing casualty care?

When should the secondary survey be conducted by a first aider?

What information should a first aider gather during the scene survey?

In what circumstances is the secondary survey considered unnecessary?

What must be done with the hinged bracing bars of a commercial rigid-pole, canvas stretcher before use?

In improvised blanket stretchers, how are the poles positioned in relation to the folded blanket?

What is the recommendation regarding using non-rigid stretchers for casualties with suspected head or spinal injuries?

What is the purpose of improvising a stretcher using two jackets and poles according to the text?

What should be done if a casualty needs to be transported quickly?

In improvised jacket stretchers, how are the sleeves of the jackets positioned?

Why is it important to follow all local traffic laws when transporting a casualty?

What should be done with the edges of two jackets when improvising a non-rigid stretcher according to the text?

In isolated work locations with extended EMS response times, what can be done to transport casualties towards medical help?

Why is selecting the lifting method that poses the least risk important when moving a casualty?

What guidelines should be used for lifting when moving a casualty from an emergency scene?

Why is it advised against using incorrect body mechanics in lifting or moving a casualty?

When using the extremity carry, why do the rescuers step off on opposite feet as mentioned in the text?

In the extremity carry, why does one rescuer grasp the casualty's wrists and cross them over their chest?

In the blanket lift with four bearers, where should the rolled edge of the blanket be placed according to the text?

Why is it recommended to position bearers at the head and feet during the blanket lift with four bearers?

What is the purpose of having a third person act as a guide and support during the chair carry as per the text?

In emergency situations, why is it crucial that rescuers walk out-of-step when carrying a casualty?