Survival Training and Fear Management
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What is a key component of survival training according to the content?

  • Escape from danger
  • Battle inoculation (correct)
  • Physical endurance exercises
  • Injury simulation

How does fear impact a person's chances for survival?

  • It only affects physically strong individuals.
  • It has no effect on survival chances.
  • It always ruins chances for survival.
  • It can either improve or ruin chances for survival. (correct)

What should individuals do with their fear in a survival situation?

  • Only focus on physical strength.
  • Avoid thinking about it.
  • Deny its existence.
  • Accept and utilize it to their advantage. (correct)

Which factor does NOT help reduce fear in survival situations?

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Which of the following is identified as an enemy of survival?

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How does pain affect a person's survival instincts?

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What does the content suggest about the relationship between helplessness and fear?

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What is suggested as a potential strategy for handling fear in survival situations?

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What is the primary effect of cold on a person's survival abilities?

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How might thirst affect a person in a survival situation?

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What is a significant risk associated with hunger in survival scenarios?

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What common misconception about fatigue in survival situations can be dangerous?

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How do boredom and loneliness typically affect a person in a survival situation?

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What type of mental attitude could hinder effective responses in emergencies?

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Why is a 'preparatory attitude' important in survival situations?

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What effect does fatigue have on decision-making in survival scenarios?

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What is the main benefit of survival instruction through various media?

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What is the 'it can't happen to me' attitude associated with?

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What factor is critical for a crew's survival during emergencies?

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How does high group morale benefit survival efforts?

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What can lead to panic during emergencies in a crew?

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What role does rehearsal play in preparing for emergencies?

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Which statement about group morale is accurate?

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What is a likely outcome of a disorganized crew during an emergency?

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When should you give 222s to a severely injured person?

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What is the correct method to manage a chest wound?

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Which of the following is NOT a step in preventing additional injury when moving an injured person?

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What should be done first when treating a severe wound?

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What is the appropriate action for treating abdominal wounds?

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Which symptom indicates a possible spinal fracture?

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What is a common indication of a fracture?

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Which option is NOT recommended for replacing fluids in an injured person?

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What is a common indication of a broken rib?

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What should be applied for a fracture of the collar bone?

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Which symptom is NOT associated with a fracture of the skull?

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What is a typical response for treating burns?

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What is one of the first steps in treating asphyxia?

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How should a fractured lower jaw be immobilized?

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What indicates a possible fracture of the lower jaw?

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Which treatment is NOT recommended for heat stroke?

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Which symptom is NOT associated with heat stroke?

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What is the recommended treatment for a patient with heat stroke?

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Which condition causes the skin to look dull whitish and form ice crystals?

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How should one treat frostbite on fingers?

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What method should NOT be used to remove a foreign body from the ear?

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Which approach is NOT effective for dislodging a foreign body from the nose?

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What should be done first if a foreign object is lodged in the eye?

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In case of prolonged cold exposure leading to drowsiness and numbness, what treatment is recommended?

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Flashcards

Fear in emergencies

Fear is a normal response to a threatening emergency, influencing behavior and survival chances.

Fear management

Acknowledging, understanding, and controlling fear improves survival chances.

Fear reduction factors

Confidence in equipment, leader, and the task can decrease fear.

Pain in survival

Pain signals a problem but can be ignored during active survival plans. Ignoring pain is important, but letting it control you is harmful.

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Survival enemies

Pain, cold, thirst, hunger, fatigue, boredom, and loneliness are severe dangers in survival situations.

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Helplessness/Hopelessness

These feelings increase fear, making survival challenging.

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Realistic survival training

Survival training should simulate realistic dangers but without causing casualties.

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Survival factors

Fear reaction, equipment confidence, leader & task focus, and recognizing pain are all critical aspects for handling survival threats.

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Cold's impact on survival

Cold significantly reduces cognitive function and motivation to survive due to its numbing effect on mind and body.

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Thirst's impact

Even moderate thirst can impair mental clarity and weaken the will to persevere in a survival situation.

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Hunger's effect on survival

Hunger significantly reduces rational decision-making ability in a survival situation, making individuals more vulnerable to other threats.

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Fatigue and survival

Fatigue significantly diminishes mental capacity and increases the likelihood of careless actions during a survival situation.

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Boredom and loneliness's danger

Boredom and loneliness are insidious threats to survival because these feelings are often unexpected and lead to inaction or a downward spiral of hopelessness.

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Preparatory attitude for survival

A proactive mental state, prepared for potential adverse situations, is crucial in survival scenarios for appropriate reactions.

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Danger of 'it can't happen to me' attitude

An attitude of denial regarding risks can hinder appropriate responses during a survival crisis.

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Fatigue's misinterpretation

Fatigue's cause should be investigated. It may not be solely from physical effort but caused by overwhelming situation.

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"It can't happen to me" attitude

A dangerous mindset that leads to unpreparedness during an emergency.

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Group organization for survival

Crucial for successful survival, as disorganized groups face greater challenges in emergencies, especially common dangers like fear leading to panic.

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High group morale

When all team members feel like a unified team, proud to belong, strengthening and protecting each other. Enhanced persistence and shared goal-setting.

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Panic in emergency

A negative emotional state that arises from disorganized groups and fear, which hinders actions.

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Emergency procedure rehearsal

Mental and physical practice of emergency protocols which promotes automatic responses and preparedness during emergencies.

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Survival knowledge and rehearsal

Learning and practicing survival techniques improves confidence, enhances readiness and assists during an emergency even while in semi-consciousness.

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Organization of manpower

The strategic arrangement and allocation of personnel to maximize efficiency and success during a crisis.

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222s in Medical Emergencies

A drug given to a severely injured person suffering acute pain when other pain management methods fail or during safe transport. It's not given to unconscious, head-injured, or slow-breathing patients.

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Preventing Additional Injury

Protecting the injured area, splinting fractures before moving the patient, and handling them gently to prevent further damage during emergency transport.

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Replacing Fluids in Emergencies

Providing warm sweetened drinks to a patient to compensate for lost fluids, especially during an emergency situation.

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Preventing Exposure in Emergencies

Protecting a patient from both extreme temperatures and elements during transportation or treatment, ensuring warmth without overheating.

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Head-Low Position for Patients

Placing the head lower than the feet of a patient during emergency care, particularly after severe injuries, to improve blood flow to the brain.

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Wound Assessment

Examining an open wound to determine the extent of the injury, ensuring proper treatment.

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Controlling Bleeding

Stopping bleeding by applying pressure dressings or, in extreme cases, a tourniquet as a last resort.

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Protecting a Wound

Cleaning the wound surface of foreign objects, applying sterile dressings, dressing and splinting fractures, and applying hot sterile compresses to help prevent infection.

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Rib Fracture

A break in one or more ribs, often causing tenderness and pain. The patient may hold their hand over the injured area. If the lung is punctured, they may cough up bright red, frothy blood.

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Skull Fracture

A break in the skull bone, often indicated by unconsciousness, scalp swelling, bleeding from the nose/ears, unequal pupil size, and possible paralysis.

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Lower Jaw Fracture

A break in the jawbone, resulting in pain when moving the jaw, misaligned teeth, difficulty speaking/swallowing, and potentially bleeding from the mouth.

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Collar Bone Fracture

A break in the clavicle, causing a lower-than-normal shoulder, inability to raise the arm, and a noticeable dip under the skin.

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Burns

Severe tissue damage caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation, resulting in intense pain and potential shock.

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Asphyxia

Unconsciousness caused by lack of oxygen, often due to airway obstruction.

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Heat Stroke

Overheating of the body where the temperature regulation system fails, resulting in dangerously high body temperature.

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Dislocations, Strains, and Sprains

Injuries to ligaments, tendons, and muscles, respectively, often treated similar to fractures.

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Heat Stroke Symptoms

Heat stroke involves a dangerously high body temperature with symptoms like flushed, hot, and dry skin, headache, dizziness, irritability, visual disturbances, and nausea/vomiting.

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Heat Stroke Treatment

Immediate cooling, especially around the head, is vital. Salt solutions by mouth can help rehydrate, but stimulants are harmful.

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Frostbite Symptoms

Frostbite involves skin turning pale, numbness/prickling due to ice crystals forming in tissues, and, in severe cases, solid and immovable tissues. Prolonged exposure leads to drowsiness, vision loss, unconsciousness, and potential respiratory failure.

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Frostbite Treatment

Avoid rubbing the affected area. Gently warm the frozen part using body heat or warm coverings. Treat as a burn, keeping the patient warm and resting.

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Foreign Body in Ear

Use lukewarm water to flush a foreign object out of the ear canal, directing the flow along the side. Avoid using pins, wire, or any tools to extract it.

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Foreign Body in Nose

Usually harmless. Stop the unaffected nostril and blow the nose to dislodge the object. Avoid digging, as this can worsen the situation.

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Foreign Body in Eye

Do not touch or rub the eye. Close the eye for a few minutes. Raise the upper lid a few times to allow tears to wash out the object. If necessary, check under the lower lid by pulling it down.

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Foreign Body Removal: Key Rule

Never attempt to remove a foreign object with your fingers or any sharp tools. Allow natural methods to work or seek medical help.

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Study Notes

Table of Contents

  • Psychology (page 11)
  • Geography (page 19)
  • Parachute Jumping (page 27)
  • First Aid (page 35)
  • Shelters (page 51)
  • Signals (page 81)
  • Fire Methods (page 91)
  • Hunting and Fishing (page 101)
  • Food and Water (page 119)
  • Care of Equipment (page 145)
  • Travel (page 155)
  • Sea Survival (page 175)
  • Desert Survival (page 187)
  • Tropical Survival (page 195)
  • Knots and Splices (page 201)

Chapter 1: Psychological Aspects of Survival

  • Survival situational stresses can hinder a person's ability to utilize resources.
  • Factors contributing to fear are helplessness and hopelessness.
  • Confidence, technical ability of a supervisor, and focus on the task are important to minimize fear and panic.
  • Acknowledging fear as a natural survival response can be a positive aspect for survival behavior.
  • Understanding and living with fear are essential to improve decision making and resilience during a survival situation.
  • Seven enemies of survival include: pain, cold, thirst, hunger, fatigue, boredom, and loneliness.

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Explore the psychological and physiological aspects of survival training in this quiz. Understand how fear, pain, and other factors influence a person's ability to respond in critical situations. Learn effective strategies for managing fear and improving survival instincts.

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