Combat Lifesaver Course 2023| 61 questions| with complete solutions

What factors influence TCCC? correct answer: - Hostile fire - Wounding patterns - Equipment constraints - Delays in reaching higher levels of care - Level of first responders training and experience What are the phases of care in TCCC? correct answer: - Care under Fire (CUF) - Tactical Field Care (TFC) - Tactical Evacuation Care (TACEVAC) What is the most essential treatment task in CUF? correct answer: Tourniquet (TQ) application to stop massive bleeding What is every first responder's role in CUF? correct answer: To treat the most immediate life-threatening injuries with TQ application on the battlefield What does MARCH PAWS stand for? correct answer: - Massive Bleeding (Hemorrhage) - Airway - Respiration - Circulation - Hypothermia/Head Injuries - Pain - Antibiotics - Wounds - Splints When providing "buddy aid," should you use your JFAK or the casualty's JFAK? correct answer: The casualty's JFAK What is the most important lifesaving item in the JFAK? correct answer: Tourniquet (TQ) When should medications and medical-grade equipment be replaced in the JFAK? correct answer: All medication and medical-garde items should be replaced if expired or the expiration date is before your expected deployment timeframe What is Care Under Fire? correct answer: Care Under Fire is the care given by the first responder at the scene of the injury while they and the casualty are still under effective hostile fire or near the threat. Available medical equipment is limited to that carried in the individual Service member's JFAK