Wildland Final Exam Questions and
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What is the primary cause of dehydration in wildland firefighters during operations?
A) Excessive salt intake
B) Lack of sleep
✔✔C) Inadequate fluid replacement
D) Wearing heavy clothing
Which symptom indicates the early stages of heat exhaustion?
A) No sweating
B) Severe confusion
✔✔C) Profuse sweating and weakness
D) Loss of consciousness
What is the safest way to treat a minor cut on the fireline?
A) Ignore it until returning to base
✔✔B) Clean with water and apply a sterile dressing
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,C) Cover with dirt to stop bleeding
D) Apply ice directly to the wound
During a wildfire, what is the most effective method to prevent heat stroke?
A) Drinking caffeinated beverages
B) Wearing heavy cotton clothing
✔✔C) Regular hydration and rest breaks in shade
D) Avoiding fluids until after work
Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to manage a sprained ankle in the field?
A) Rest and immobilize
B) Elevate the ankle
✔✔C) Continue walking to prevent stiffness
D) Apply ice packs if available
What is the best initial action when a firefighter shows signs of smoke inhalation?
A) Give pain medication
✔✔B) Remove from smoky environment and assess airway
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,C) Have them drink water
D) Apply topical ointments
Why is it important to monitor a firefighter's urine output during extended shifts?
A) To check for infections
✔✔B) To assess hydration status
C) To test for drug use
D) To monitor kidney stones
Which condition is characterized by muscle cramps, heavy sweating, and fatigue during wildland
firefighting?
A) Heat stroke
B) Hypothermia
✔✔C) Heat cramps
D) Smoke inhalation
What is the proper procedure for treating a blister caused by ill-fitting boots?
A) Pop the blister immediately
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, B) Remove the boot and leave the blister open
✔✔C) Protect the blister with padding and keep it clean
D) Drain the blister and apply ointment
In wildland firefighting, what does the acronym R.I.C.E. stand for when treating injuries?
A) Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
B) Run, Inspect, Care, Evaluate
✔✔C) Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
D) Rest, Increase fluids, Compress, Evaluate
How often should a wildland firefighter drink water during heavy exertion?
A) Once every hour
✔✔B) Every 15 to 20 minutes
C) Only when thirsty
D) After the shift ends
What is the most common cause of foot injuries in wildland firefighting?
A) Animal bites
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Answers Latest Version Already Graded
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What is the primary cause of dehydration in wildland firefighters during operations?
A) Excessive salt intake
B) Lack of sleep
✔✔C) Inadequate fluid replacement
D) Wearing heavy clothing
Which symptom indicates the early stages of heat exhaustion?
A) No sweating
B) Severe confusion
✔✔C) Profuse sweating and weakness
D) Loss of consciousness
What is the safest way to treat a minor cut on the fireline?
A) Ignore it until returning to base
✔✔B) Clean with water and apply a sterile dressing
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,C) Cover with dirt to stop bleeding
D) Apply ice directly to the wound
During a wildfire, what is the most effective method to prevent heat stroke?
A) Drinking caffeinated beverages
B) Wearing heavy cotton clothing
✔✔C) Regular hydration and rest breaks in shade
D) Avoiding fluids until after work
Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to manage a sprained ankle in the field?
A) Rest and immobilize
B) Elevate the ankle
✔✔C) Continue walking to prevent stiffness
D) Apply ice packs if available
What is the best initial action when a firefighter shows signs of smoke inhalation?
A) Give pain medication
✔✔B) Remove from smoky environment and assess airway
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,C) Have them drink water
D) Apply topical ointments
Why is it important to monitor a firefighter's urine output during extended shifts?
A) To check for infections
✔✔B) To assess hydration status
C) To test for drug use
D) To monitor kidney stones
Which condition is characterized by muscle cramps, heavy sweating, and fatigue during wildland
firefighting?
A) Heat stroke
B) Hypothermia
✔✔C) Heat cramps
D) Smoke inhalation
What is the proper procedure for treating a blister caused by ill-fitting boots?
A) Pop the blister immediately
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, B) Remove the boot and leave the blister open
✔✔C) Protect the blister with padding and keep it clean
D) Drain the blister and apply ointment
In wildland firefighting, what does the acronym R.I.C.E. stand for when treating injuries?
A) Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
B) Run, Inspect, Care, Evaluate
✔✔C) Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
D) Rest, Increase fluids, Compress, Evaluate
How often should a wildland firefighter drink water during heavy exertion?
A) Once every hour
✔✔B) Every 15 to 20 minutes
C) Only when thirsty
D) After the shift ends
What is the most common cause of foot injuries in wildland firefighting?
A) Animal bites
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