CLS TCCC TIER 2 Questions with Detailed Verified Answers

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CLS TCCC TIER 2 Questions with
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Q: IMPORTANCE OF TCCC TRAINING

Ans: TCCC focuses on identifying and

treating the causes of preventable

death on the battlefield

Question: What factors influence TCCC?

Ans: - Hostile fire

- Tactical considerations

- Environmental considerations

- Wounding patterns

- Equipment constraints

- Delays in reaching higher levels of care

- Level of first responder training and experience

Question: What are the phases of care in TCCC?

Ans: - Care under Fire (CUF)

- Tactical Field Care (TFC)

- Tactical Evacuation Care (TACEVAC)

Question: What is the most essential treatment task in CUF?

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Ans: Tourniquet (TQ) application to stop massive bleeding

Question: What is every first responder's role in CUF?

Ans: The first medical care that military personnel receive is

provided at Role 1 (also referred to as unit-level

medical care or self-aid, buddy aid, combat lifesaver,

and/or medic care).

Question: What does MARCH PAWS stand for?

Ans: M - Massive Bleeding (Hemorrhage)

A - Airway

R - Respiration • C - Circulation • H - Hypothermia/Head Injuries



P - Pain

A - Antibiotics

W - Wounds

S - Splints

Question: Causes of preventable death on the battlefield

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Ans: - Bleeding from arm and leg injuries

- Junctional bleeding where an arm or

leg joins the torso such as the groin

-Noncompressible bleeding such as a

gunshot wound to the abdomen

- Tension pneumothorax (air trapped in

the chest that prevents breathing and

circulation), and airway problems

Question: THREE GOALS OF TCCC

Ans: - Treat the casualty

- Prevent additional casualties

- Complete the mission

Question: How long do you have to apply the Tourniquet?

Ans: 1 Minute

Question: What is a "Hasty" tourniquet in CUF?

Ans: over the uniform. High and Tight.

Question: TOURNIQUET

Ans: A device to stop massive

bleeding.

Question: HEMOSTATIC GAUZE