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What type of carry is used for conscious casualties with lower limb injuries?
What type of carry is used for conscious casualties with lower limb injuries?
- Fire fighter's carry
- Cradle carry
- Piggyback carry
- Pick-a-back carry (correct)
In the pick-a-back carry, where should you position the loop created from a strap or belts for a long-distance carry?
In the pick-a-back carry, where should you position the loop created from a strap or belts for a long-distance carry?
- At the level of your ankles
- Under the casualty's knees
- Behind your neck and down the front of your shoulders (correct)
- Around your waist
When performing the cradle carry, where should you place the casualty's arm and your arm?
When performing the cradle carry, where should you place the casualty's arm and your arm?
- Casualty's arm under your knees, your arm around their neck
- Casualty's arm around your shoulder, your arm under their armpit
- Casualty's arm around your waist, your arm under their thighs
- Casualty's arm around your neck, your arm under the knees (correct)
What is the purpose of the fire fighter's carry?
What is the purpose of the fire fighter's carry?
In the pick-a-back carry, why is it important to use your leg muscles to stand up?
In the pick-a-back carry, why is it important to use your leg muscles to stand up?
For which type of casualty would you most likely use the cradle carry?
For which type of casualty would you most likely use the cradle carry?
How can two rescuers carry a conscious casualty who can use his hands and arms?
How can two rescuers carry a conscious casualty who can use his hands and arms?
What is the purpose of placing padding at appropriate places on the blanket under the casualty?
What is the purpose of placing padding at appropriate places on the blanket under the casualty?
What should the casualty do to help the bearers position their hands under his thighs?
What should the casualty do to help the bearers position their hands under his thighs?
Why is it important to wrap a casualty on a stretcher in such a way that a blanket provides maximum warmth?
Why is it important to wrap a casualty on a stretcher in such a way that a blanket provides maximum warmth?
What is the correct way to wrap a conscious casualty with a blanket on a stretcher?
What is the correct way to wrap a conscious casualty with a blanket on a stretcher?
What should two rescuers do to create a four-hand seat to carry a conscious casualty?
What should two rescuers do to create a four-hand seat to carry a conscious casualty?
What is the role of white blood cells in the circulatory system?
What is the role of white blood cells in the circulatory system?
Which component of blood carries oxygen?
Which component of blood carries oxygen?
What happens during pulmonary circulation?
What happens during pulmonary circulation?
How is blood pressure affected by the strength of the heartbeat?
How is blood pressure affected by the strength of the heartbeat?
In the circulatory system, what is the function of platelets?
In the circulatory system, what is the function of platelets?
How does low blood pressure affect the body?
How does low blood pressure affect the body?
What is the main function of the skin in cold temperatures?
What is the main function of the skin in cold temperatures?
How does the skin help in hot temperatures?
How does the skin help in hot temperatures?
What is the purpose of fatty layers under the skin in relation to body heat?
What is the purpose of fatty layers under the skin in relation to body heat?
Which part of the musculoskeletal system acts as levers for muscle action?
Which part of the musculoskeletal system acts as levers for muscle action?
What is the function of ligaments within the musculoskeletal system?
What is the function of ligaments within the musculoskeletal system?
How do muscles contribute to movement in the body?
How do muscles contribute to movement in the body?
Which of the following terms refers to inflammation due to microbes?
Which of the following terms refers to inflammation due to microbes?
What is the function of lipoproteins in the blood?
What is the function of lipoproteins in the blood?
What does an insulin coma/reaction/shock result from?
What does an insulin coma/reaction/shock result from?
What does a laryngectomy involve the removal of?
What does a laryngectomy involve the removal of?
Which part of the eye controls the amount of light entering it?
Which part of the eye controls the amount of light entering it?
What is the function of a joint capsule?
What is the function of a joint capsule?
What is the main function of the diaphragm in the respiratory system?
What is the main function of the diaphragm in the respiratory system?
What is the primary gas exchanged between blood and the air in the lungs?
What is the primary gas exchanged between blood and the air in the lungs?
Which part of the respiratory system is responsible for causing air to be drawn in and out of the lungs?
Which part of the respiratory system is responsible for causing air to be drawn in and out of the lungs?
Where does gas exchange occur in the respiratory system?
Where does gas exchange occur in the respiratory system?
What happens to the oxygen content as air is breathed in and out through the respiratory system?
What happens to the oxygen content as air is breathed in and out through the respiratory system?
What is the role of the epiglottis in the respiratory system?
What is the role of the epiglottis in the respiratory system?
What is the term for the position an injured hand is placed in when bandaged and/or splinted?
What is the term for the position an injured hand is placed in when bandaged and/or splinted?
Which artery emerges from the right ventricle and carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs?
Which artery emerges from the right ventricle and carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs?
What refers to the rhythmic expansion and relaxation of arteries caused by the heart's contractile force?
What refers to the rhythmic expansion and relaxation of arteries caused by the heart's contractile force?
What is the most numerous type of blood cells that carry oxygen?
What is the most numerous type of blood cells that carry oxygen?
Which term refers to inflammation of the lungs?
Which term refers to inflammation of the lungs?
What does it mean if a pain radiates from a common point to another area?
What does it mean if a pain radiates from a common point to another area?
What is the primary function of the skin in hot temperatures?
What is the primary function of the skin in hot temperatures?
How do muscles contribute to movement in the body?
How do muscles contribute to movement in the body?
What happens to blood vessels in cold temperatures?
What happens to blood vessels in cold temperatures?
What is the role of tendons in the musculoskeletal system?
What is the role of tendons in the musculoskeletal system?
In terms of temperature regulation, why does the skin dilate blood vessels in hot temperatures?
In terms of temperature regulation, why does the skin dilate blood vessels in hot temperatures?
What is the function of ligaments in the musculoskeletal system?
What is the function of ligaments in the musculoskeletal system?
What is the correct procedure for two rescuers to create a four-hand seat to carry a conscious casualty?
What is the correct procedure for two rescuers to create a four-hand seat to carry a conscious casualty?
How should a blanket be positioned under a casualty on a stretcher for maximum warmth and accessibility to wounds?
How should a blanket be positioned under a casualty on a stretcher for maximum warmth and accessibility to wounds?
During the cradle carry, where should you place the casualty's arms and your arms to ensure proper support?
During the cradle carry, where should you place the casualty's arms and your arms to ensure proper support?
What is the function of lipoproteins in the blood?
What is the function of lipoproteins in the blood?
How do two bearers step off when carrying a conscious casualty on a four-hand seat?
How do two bearers step off when carrying a conscious casualty on a four-hand seat?
What should a conscious casualty do while being carried on a four-hand seat to assist in balancing and support?
What should a conscious casualty do while being carried on a four-hand seat to assist in balancing and support?
What is the correct sequence of actions to perform during a SAMPLE assessment?
What is the correct sequence of actions to perform during a SAMPLE assessment?
In relation to first aid, what is the primary role of leeches?
In relation to first aid, what is the primary role of leeches?
Which term refers to a life-threatening condition where body temperature rises dangerously due to prolonged exposure to high temperatures?
Which term refers to a life-threatening condition where body temperature rises dangerously due to prolonged exposure to high temperatures?
If a casualty has an embedded object in their skin and it is not causing severe bleeding or obstructing an airway, what is the recommended action?
If a casualty has an embedded object in their skin and it is not causing severe bleeding or obstructing an airway, what is the recommended action?
What is the primary purpose of the Rule of Nines in first aid?
What is the primary purpose of the Rule of Nines in first aid?
Which action is recommended for treating an individual who has been bitten by a snake?
Which action is recommended for treating an individual who has been bitten by a snake?
What should be done immediately after rescuing a conscious choking infant who is struggling to breathe?
What should be done immediately after rescuing a conscious choking infant who is struggling to breathe?
Which method should be used for carrying a conscious casualty with suspected spine injury?
Which method should be used for carrying a conscious casualty with suspected spine injury?
What is the primary purpose of a rapid body survey in emergency response?
What is the primary purpose of a rapid body survey in emergency response?
In first aid terminology, what does 'SAVE ME' represent?
In first aid terminology, what does 'SAVE ME' represent?
Which organ is responsible for the production of bile to aid in fat digestion?
Which organ is responsible for the production of bile to aid in fat digestion?
What is the primary function of the ureters in the urinary system?
What is the primary function of the ureters in the urinary system?
Which organ in the digestive system functions to absorb nutrients from digestion?
Which organ in the digestive system functions to absorb nutrients from digestion?
What is the primary role of the kidneys in the urinary system?
What is the primary role of the kidneys in the urinary system?
Which component of the circulatory system is responsible for collecting waste products from cells?
Which component of the circulatory system is responsible for collecting waste products from cells?
What is the main function of platelets in the circulatory system?
What is the main function of platelets in the circulatory system?
What is the correct sequence of actions to take after a seizure has ended?
What is the correct sequence of actions to take after a seizure has ended?
What should you do if a conscious casualty is unresponsive?
What should you do if a conscious casualty is unresponsive?
What is the correct ratio of compressions to breaths in CPR for an adult casualty?
What is the correct ratio of compressions to breaths in CPR for an adult casualty?
What is the most common cause of pain radiating from a common point to another area?
What is the most common cause of pain radiating from a common point to another area?
What is the main function of platelets in the circulatory system?
What is the main function of platelets in the circulatory system?
Why is it important for first aiders to always be aware of the risk to both themselves and the casualty?
Why is it important for first aiders to always be aware of the risk to both themselves and the casualty?
What is the primary function of platelets in the circulatory system?
What is the primary function of platelets in the circulatory system?
What happens if blood pressure is too low in the body?
What happens if blood pressure is too low in the body?
Which factor controls blood pressure by influencing how much blood is in the body?
Which factor controls blood pressure by influencing how much blood is in the body?
In which circulation does blood drop off carbon dioxide and pick up oxygen?
In which circulation does blood drop off carbon dioxide and pick up oxygen?
What controls blood pressure by affecting the capacity and elasticity of blood vessels?
What controls blood pressure by affecting the capacity and elasticity of blood vessels?
What is the role of white blood cells in the circulatory system?
What is the role of white blood cells in the circulatory system?
What type of blood vessels are the strongest and carry blood from the heart to all parts of the body?
What type of blood vessels are the strongest and carry blood from the heart to all parts of the body?
Which organ is responsible for oxygenating the blood before it is pumped to the body by the heart?
Which organ is responsible for oxygenating the blood before it is pumped to the body by the heart?
What is the function of the left ventricle of the heart?
What is the function of the left ventricle of the heart?
Which large vein carries deoxygenated blood from the lower body back to the heart?
Which large vein carries deoxygenated blood from the lower body back to the heart?
What is the role of nerves in the functioning of the heart?
What is the role of nerves in the functioning of the heart?
Where does gas exchange occur in the respiratory system?
Where does gas exchange occur in the respiratory system?
What term refers to the rhythmic expansion and relaxation of arteries caused by the heart's contractile force?
What term refers to the rhythmic expansion and relaxation of arteries caused by the heart's contractile force?
Which condition is characterized by painful muscle spasms due to excessive loss of fluid and salts by sweating?
Which condition is characterized by painful muscle spasms due to excessive loss of fluid and salts by sweating?
What is a life-threatening emergency where the body cannot cool down and the temperature is far above normal?
What is a life-threatening emergency where the body cannot cool down and the temperature is far above normal?
Which term refers to an object that remains embedded in a wound?
Which term refers to an object that remains embedded in a wound?
What does 'History' refer to in first aid terminology?
What does 'History' refer to in first aid terminology?
What condition is characterized by too low levels of oxygen in the body tissues?
What condition is characterized by too low levels of oxygen in the body tissues?
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