LLPSD FF1 Chapter 20- Questions &
Answers
What is the most serious consequence of untreated dehydration?
a. syncope
b. death
c. heat exhaustion
d. heat stroke Correct Ans-b. death
According to NFPA, the minimum rest time during rehabilitation is ____ minutes.
a. 20
b. 5
c. 10
d. 15 Correct Ans-a. 20
Upon release from rehabilitation, fire fighters should _____.
a. be medically evaluated
b. report for reassignment
c. be released from the scene
d. return to their previous assignment Correct Ans-b. report for reassignment
Which fuel is used most readily by the body during high intensity physical activities?
,a. carbohydrates
b. starch
c. amino acids
d. saturated fats Correct Ans-a. carbohydrates
What is the common sign or symptom of high blood glucose?
a. nausea/vomiting
b. syncope
c. sluggish feeling
d. profuse sweating Correct Ans-c. sluggish feeling
How are rehabilitation concerns affected by high humidity?
a. the likelihood of hypothermia increases with humidity
b. time spent is rehab can be reduced
c. rehab time must double
d. plain water only Correct Ans-d. plain water only
During short duration incidents, which type of nourishment is ideal for fire fighters to sustain
peak performance levels?
a. caffeinated soda
b. low sugar, high protein sports bars
c. equal portions of protein, carbohydrate, and fat
, d. plan water only Correct Ans-b. low sugar, high protein sports bars
Nutrition during extended-duration incidents should emphasize ______.
a. complete, balanced meals
b. fluid and electrolyte replacement
c. carbohydrate loading
d. high protein, high fat foods Correct Ans-a. complete, balanced meals
In the time it takes to consume two SCBA air cylinders, enough body fluid can be lost to result in
______.
a. heat exhaustion
b. impaired temperature regulation
c. syncope
d. heat stroke Correct Ans-d. heat stroke
Fats should account for approximately ____ of calories in a balanced diet.
a. 40 to 50 percent
b. 10 to 15 percent
c. 55 to 65 percent
d. 25 to 30 percent Correct Ans-d. 25 to 30 percent
What does the SAID (specific adaptation to imposed demands) principle apply to?
Answers
What is the most serious consequence of untreated dehydration?
a. syncope
b. death
c. heat exhaustion
d. heat stroke Correct Ans-b. death
According to NFPA, the minimum rest time during rehabilitation is ____ minutes.
a. 20
b. 5
c. 10
d. 15 Correct Ans-a. 20
Upon release from rehabilitation, fire fighters should _____.
a. be medically evaluated
b. report for reassignment
c. be released from the scene
d. return to their previous assignment Correct Ans-b. report for reassignment
Which fuel is used most readily by the body during high intensity physical activities?
,a. carbohydrates
b. starch
c. amino acids
d. saturated fats Correct Ans-a. carbohydrates
What is the common sign or symptom of high blood glucose?
a. nausea/vomiting
b. syncope
c. sluggish feeling
d. profuse sweating Correct Ans-c. sluggish feeling
How are rehabilitation concerns affected by high humidity?
a. the likelihood of hypothermia increases with humidity
b. time spent is rehab can be reduced
c. rehab time must double
d. plain water only Correct Ans-d. plain water only
During short duration incidents, which type of nourishment is ideal for fire fighters to sustain
peak performance levels?
a. caffeinated soda
b. low sugar, high protein sports bars
c. equal portions of protein, carbohydrate, and fat
, d. plan water only Correct Ans-b. low sugar, high protein sports bars
Nutrition during extended-duration incidents should emphasize ______.
a. complete, balanced meals
b. fluid and electrolyte replacement
c. carbohydrate loading
d. high protein, high fat foods Correct Ans-a. complete, balanced meals
In the time it takes to consume two SCBA air cylinders, enough body fluid can be lost to result in
______.
a. heat exhaustion
b. impaired temperature regulation
c. syncope
d. heat stroke Correct Ans-d. heat stroke
Fats should account for approximately ____ of calories in a balanced diet.
a. 40 to 50 percent
b. 10 to 15 percent
c. 55 to 65 percent
d. 25 to 30 percent Correct Ans-d. 25 to 30 percent
What does the SAID (specific adaptation to imposed demands) principle apply to?
