Combat Lifesaver Course Questions with Detailed Verified Answers

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Combat Lifesaver Course Questions
with Detailed Verified Answers

Q: What factors influence TCCC?

Ans: - Hostile fire

- Wounding patterns

- Equipment constraints

- Delays in reaching higher levels of care

- Level of first responders 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?

Ans: Tourniquet (TQ) application to stop massive bleeding

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

Ans: To treat the most immediate life-threatening injuries with TQ
application on the battlefield

Question: What does MARCH PAWS stand for?

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Ans: - Massive Bleeding (Hemorrhage)

- Airway

- Respiration

- Circulation

- Hypothermia/Head Injuries



- Pain

- Antibiotics

- Wounds

- Splints

Question: When providing "buddy aid," should you use your JFAK or the
casualty's JFAK?

Ans: The casualty's JFAK

Question: What is the most important lifesaving item in the JFAK?

Ans: Tourniquet (TQ)

Question: When should medications and medical-grade equipment be
replaced in the JFAK?

Ans: All medication and medical-garde items should be replaced if expired or
the expiration date is before your expected deployment timeframe

Question: What is Care Under Fire?