CLS/TCCC (Tactical Combat Casualty Care Course) Modules 10-17 Questions and Correct Answers/ Latest Update / Already Graded

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CLS/TCCC (Tactical Combat Casualty Care
Course) Modules 10-17 Questions and Correct
Answers/ Latest Update / Already Graded
Module 10 Begins Here (Shock Recognition)

Ans: Module 10 Begins Here (Shock Recognition)


What is Shock?

Ans: Inadequeate blood flow to body tissues


On the battlefield, what type of shock should you assume someone is going
through?

Ans: Hemorrhagic shock (from severe blood loss)


General Indicators of Shock

Ans: Priority Indicators
- Mental Confusion
- Weak or absent radial pulse
- Sweaty, cool, clammy skin
- Pale/gray skin
- Previous severe bleeding
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Secondary Indicators
- Rapid Breathing
- Nausea
- Excessive thirst


Questions to ask a shock patient

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Ans: "What is your name?"

Thought-provoking questions like "How many quarters are in a dollar?"


What is the best way for us to control shock?

Ans: Controlling bleeding


Levels of Consciousness Acronym (AVPU)

Ans: A - Alert
V - Verbal
P - Pain
U - Unresponsive


How often should you check a casualty's level of consciousness with AVPU?

Ans: Every 15 minutes IF MINOR, 5 minutes if severe


If you have a casualty you suspect is going into shock but is still conscious and can
swallow, what can you do to help them get fluid in their system?

Ans: Have them drink water


A patient in shock has an extremely high risk to ALSO begin suffering from:

Ans: Hypothermia


CoL: What is the best way we can control shock?

Ans: Control their bleeding


Module 11 Begins Here (Hypothermia Prevention)