First Aid and Emergency Response Protocols Quiz
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What is the recommended treatment for a 1st degree burn?

  • Expose the burn to sunlight
  • Pop any blisters that form
  • Apply ointments, toothpaste, or butter to the burn
  • Immerse the burn in cool tap water or apply cold, wet compresses (correct)

    • What is the most appropriate action if blisters form on a 1st degree burn?

  • Expose the blisters to sunlight
  • Let them heal on their own while keeping the area covered (correct)
  • Apply topical antibiotics to the blisters
  • Pop the blisters to release the fluid

    • Which over-the-counter medications can help relieve the pain and reduce inflammation of a 1st degree burn?

  • Acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (correct)
  • Corticosteroids
  • Antihistamines
  • Aspirin or naproxen

    • What is the most appropriate initial action for a 2nd degree burn?

    <p>Rinse burned skin with cool water until the pain stops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are common symptoms of a 2nd degree burn?

    <p>Blisters, deep redness, and skin that is painful to the touch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are common causes of 2nd degree burns?

    <p>Scald injuries, flames, and skin that briefly comes in contact with a hot object</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action for burns on the face or body?

    <p>Apply cool compresses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended SPF for sunscreen to protect a healed burn area from the sun?

    <p>SPF of 30 or higher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym DCAP-BTLS guide volunteers to look for during the head-to-toe assessment?

    <p>Deformities, contusions, burns, and more</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the priority during the head-to-toe assessment?

    <p>Immediate treatment for life-threatening injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should permission be sought before conducting the head-to-toe assessment?

    <p>From conscious patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should rescuers suspect in unconscious survivors during the head-to-toe assessment?

    <p>Spinal injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be checked for in extremities during the head-to-toe assessment?

    <p>PMS (Pulse, Motor function, Sensation)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crucial when encountering closed-head, neck, and spinal injuries during the assessment?

    <p>Minimizing movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are signs of closed-head, neck, and spinal injuries during the assessment?

    <p>Change in consciousness, severe pain, and tingling or numbness in extremities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the head be stabilized when encountering closed-head, neck, and spinal injuries?

    <p>Creatively using available materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does moving patients with suspected injuries require sufficient stabilization?

    <p>Always, except when immediate danger is present</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action for cleaning a burn?

    <p>Clean the burn gently with mild soap and water, without breaking blisters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be avoided when applying first aid to burns?

    <p>Applying pain-relief skin sprays on burns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action for head injuries or concussions in the first 24 hours post-injury?

    <p>Do not leave the person alone and wake them up periodically</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be monitored for in a person with head injuries or concussions?

    <p>Physical symptoms such as blacking out, blurred vision, and nausea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be used to create a unique identifier for casualties in a battle roster?

    <p>The first letter of the casualty's first and last name, and the last four numbers of their social security number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the evacuation priority be categorized in a battle roster?

    <p>As urgent, priority, or routine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be marked in a battle roster for casualties?

    <p>Interventions for circulation, airway, breathing, fluid resuscitation, blood products, and medication administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action for immobilizing the head in case of head injuries or concussions?

    <p>Call 911 and immobilize the head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a physical symptom of a head injury or concussion?

    <p>Blurred or double vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a cognitive symptom of a head injury or concussion?

    <p>Memory problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action for the first 24 hours after a concussion?

    <p>The person should not be alone and should be woken up periodically</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be applied to reduce swelling after a head injury?

    <p>Ice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action in case of head injuries or concussions?

    <p>Call 911</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to the head in case of head injuries or concussions?

    <p>Immobilize the head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a symptom of head injuries or concussions related to vision?

    <p>Seeing 'stars' or lights in front of the eyes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be checked for in a person with head injuries or concussions?

    <p>Cognitive abilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should CERT volunteers conduct head-to-toe assessments?

    <p>On all survivors, even those who seem all right</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should CERT volunteers suspect in all unconscious survivors during the head-to-toe assessment?

    <p>Spinal injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What signs may indicate closed-head, neck, or spinal injuries during the head-to-toe assessment?

    <p>Bruising behind the ear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective when encountering suspected injuries to the head or spine?

    <p>To minimize movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action for stabilizing the head during a disaster when ideal equipment is not available?

    <p>Use any available materials to create a backboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be checked for in extremities during the head-to-toe assessment?

    <p>Pulse, movement, sensation (PMS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is it appropriate to move patients with suspected head, neck, or spinal injury?

    <p>When the rescuer is in immediate danger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should CERT volunteers always do when conducting a head-to-toe assessment?

    <p>Check for patient bleeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should CERT volunteers look, listen, and feel for during the head-to-toe assessment?

    <p>Pain, bleeding, and other symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What details are crucial to record for a casualty during a medical emergency response?

    <p>Date, time of injury, service branch, unit, allergies, mechanism of injury, and vital signs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the DCAP-BTLS acronym help to remember during a rapid assessment?

    <p>Deformities, Contusions, Abrasions, Punctures/Penetrations, Burns, Tenderness, Lacerations, and Swelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should the head-to-toe assessment be conducted?

    <p>Before initiating treatment, unless the patient requires immediate care to prevent serious injury or death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial step taken by CERT volunteers in a medical emergency?

    <p>Rapid treatment and assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the aim of the head-to-toe assessment during a medical emergency response?

    <p>To determine the extent of injuries, required treatment, and document injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should first responders use to create a unique identifier for casualties in a battle roster?

    <p>First letter of the casualty’s first and last name, and the last four numbers of their social security number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the categories of evacuation priorities in a medical emergency response?

    <p>Urgent (within 30 minutes), priority (within 24 hours), and routine (within 72 hours)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What details must be documented for tourniquet application during a medical emergency response?

    <p>Type and time of application for each limb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    First Aid for Burns

    • Remove jewelry and tight clothing around the burn area before cleaning it
    • Clean the burn gently with mild soap and water, without breaking blisters
    • Avoid applying pain-relief skin sprays on burns
    • Apply ointment like petroleum jelly or antibiotic cream to keep the burn moist
    • Bandage the burn with gauze or tape, avoiding pressure on the burned skin

    First Aid for Head Injuries/Concussions

    • Call 911 and immobilize the head in case of head injuries or concussions
    • Apply ice to reduce swelling and keep checking cognitive abilities
    • For the first 24 hours post-concussion, do not leave the person alone and wake them up periodically
    • Monitor for physical symptoms such as blacking out, blurred vision, and nausea, as well as cognitive symptoms like memory problems and mood changes

    Battle Roster

    • Use the first letter of the casualty's first and last name, and the last four numbers of their social security number to create a unique identifier
    • Categorize the evacuation priority as urgent, priority, or routine
    • Mark interventions for circulation, airway, breathing, fluid resuscitation, blood products, and medication administration

    Medical Emergency Response Procedures

    • Casualty identification involves using the first letter of the casualty’s first and last name, and the last four numbers of their social security number.
    • Evacuation priorities are categorized as urgent (within 30 minutes), priority (within 24 hours), and routine (within 72 hours).
    • Recording the casualty’s gender, date, time of injury, service branch, unit, allergies, mechanism of injury, and vital signs is crucial.
    • Tourniquet application details for each limb, including type and time of application, must be documented.
    • Evacuation priority, circulation hemorrhage control interventions, airway and breathing interventions, and medication details are recorded for treatment.
    • Conducting head-to-toe assessments is essential, focusing on severe bleeding, low body temperature, airway obstruction, and determining the nature of the patient’s injury.
    • The head-to-toe assessment aims to determine the extent of injuries, required treatment, and document injuries, emphasizing the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
    • The DCAP-BTLS acronym is used to remember what to look for during a rapid assessment (Deformities, Contusions, Abrasions, Punctures/Penetrations, Burns, Tenderness, Lacerations, and Swelling).
    • The assessment should be performed before initiating treatment, unless the patient requires immediate care to prevent serious injury or death.
    • First responders should record their name and the last four numbers of their social security number.
    • Rapid treatment and assessment are the initial steps taken by CERT volunteers in a medical emergency to provide necessary care and determine the patient’s needs.
    • The importance of following the specified procedures, including wearing PPE during assessments, is highlighted for effective medical emergency response.

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    Test your knowledge of first aid protocols and emergency response procedures with this quiz. Learn how to provide initial care for burns, head injuries/concussions, and create a battle roster for casualties. Master the essential steps to handle medical emergencies effectively.

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