TCCC FC1 Practice Test

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• What is the medical priority during care under fire?
• Which statement best defines Priority 3 Routine?
• After rotation of a Blackhawk carousel, how should casualties be positioned?
• Dextrose and Water (D5W) is used for which purpose?
• The cardiac box refers to the area containing which vital structure?
• Which amount represents the total bleeding from a typical adult chest cavity across both sides?
• Type of shock when infection causes damage to the walls of the blood vessels, causing vasodilation and leakage of fluid from capillaries into the interstitial space?
• Gas exchange in the respiratory system occurs at which structure?
• Who signs the DD 1380?
• What is the first tool you would use to stop massive hemorrhage in TC3?
• What are the proper body mechanics for lifting patients?
• Which blocks must be completed at a minimum on the DD 1380?
• Which of the following best describes the tourniquet approach used in Tactical Field Care?
• The point of wounding or injury is referred to as what?
• A present radial pulse indicates a systolic blood pressure of at least how many mmHg?
• True or false: A simple pneumothorax can progress to a tension pneumothorax?
• Abrupt drop in blood pressure, weak rapid pulse, cyanosis and chest pain are signs of which condition?
• What is the main concern of a pneumothorax?
• Pneumothorax is caused by which of the following?
• Battlefield documentation becomes part of a soldier's what?
• Who supervises the loading and positioning of the casualties aboard the helicopter?
• Which statement accurately describes the rib arrangement in relation to the sternum?
• Level 5 care refers to restorative and rehabilitative care at which facility?
• Which artery is most commonly injured in combat?
• Which organ is primarily responsible for gas exchange with the blood?
• Which fluid is described as the fluid of choice for civilian trauma resuscitation?
• Level 1 care is characterized by what capability?
• Which statement best describes plasma?
• In the described wound-packing sequence, when is the next consideration of wound packing?
• A typical adult casualty can hemorrhage how much blood and IV fluid into the abdomen?
• What is the opening statement of a 9-line medevac?
• Acidosis occurs when shock leads to buildup of which substance in tissue?
• Which statement best describes the size criterion for a sucking chest wound?
• Primary blast injury is caused by which physical factor?
• Which area is NOT typically checked during a blood sweep?
• Type of hemorrhage that cannot be compressed with direct pressure and commonly involves the chest, abdomen, or pelvis?
• Which blast injury results from being thrown into a solid object?
• Which of the following is an indication for a nasopharyngeal airway (NPA)?
• Which of the following lists the signs and symptoms of tension pneumothorax?
• What type of rescue involves removing casualties through open fields or structures with no obstacles to removing casualties?
• True or false: Tension pneumothorax often presents with jugular venous distention?
• The purpose of maintaining a 2-3 feet distance from the casualty is to gain what?
• A wound that is considered a sucking chest wound is approximately what size relative to the trachea?
• A systolic blood pressure above which value is high enough to dislodge blood clots?
• What does hematemesis refer to?
• What is the mediastinum?
• What membrane is attached to the surface of the chest wall?
• A typical adult chest cavity can bleed this much into each side for a total of...
• Air embolism signs include which of the following?
• What is the leading cause of death on the battlefield?
• Which membrane covers the surface of the lung?
• When should the medic inform the tactical leader of the need for medical evacuation?
• Which statement is true about pneumothorax progression?
• Type of tourniquet applied during Tactical Field Care?
• At what point does casualty evacuation begin?
• Intraosseous access is indicated when which of the following conditions exist?
• Who has the authority to order a medical evacuation during a mission?
• What is the primary purpose of the HAGA MRAP?
• How many ribs does the human body have?
• Which symptom is included in the signs and symptoms of tension pneumothorax?
• What is the advanced airway used in the combat environment?
• Which phase of care includes airway management?
• Subcutaneous emphysema is a sign of which injury?
• Which of the following is NOT a stated goal of TC 3?
• Hasty tourniquets are classified as which type of tourniquet in care under fire?
• What is the needle gauge and length specified for an NCD in the material?
• Where is the needle for a needle thoracostomy (NCD) inserted?
• Which device is considered part of essential airway skills?
• How many seconds does it take to transmit lines 1 through 5?
• Which statement best differentiates Level 2 and Level 4 care in a combat zone?
• TIC is an acronym for which of the following?
• Which fluid is used in blood transfusions and for restoring loss of bodily fluids?
• Which component is the 'A' in HABC?
• Level 3 care provides which type of care?
• What does the acronym HABC stand for?
• Who is responsible for getting a casualty to the evacuation site?
• Priority 1 Urgent cases require evacuation within how long to save limb or eyesight?
• Which statement best describes the cause of a primary blast injury?
• The nasal and oral cavities are parts of which airway region?
• Which type of tourniquet is used during care under fire?
• Which pair of procedures is included in the term 'advanced airway skills'?
• Casualties are carried on the litter feet first except when going uphill or upstairs. Which scenario is the exception?
• Which method is the best for arterial hemorrhage control in neck, axillary, and inguinal wounds?
• Which of the following is NOT part of the lower airway?
• True or false: A simple pneumothorax can progress to a tension pneumothorax?
• Which level of care provides definitive hospital care outside the combat zone and includes convalescent, restorative and rehabilitative care?
• Which factor is given as a reason for loading litter casualties head first in ambulances?
• What are the contraindications for an NPA?
• How long should you hold pressure before applying a pressure bandage after packing a wound with combat gauze?
• How far should the tape extend on an improvised occlusive dressing?
• A present femoral pulse indicates a systolic blood pressure of at least...
• Which of the following is a listed preventative measure for phlebitis?
• Stimulation of which nerve will lead to bradycardia and hypotension?
• Who receives the DD Form 1380 Field Medical Card upon arrival at the MTF?
• Subcutaneous emphysema refers to air or gas present in which location?
• Which type of shock occurs when the vascular container enlarges without a proportional increase in the fluid volume?
• Which statement correctly distinguishes secondary from tertiary blast injuries?
• Acid-base balance is directly related to which processes?
• What type of shock is caused by spinal cord injury interrupting the sympathetic nervous pathway?
• Loading sequence for four litter casualties is which order?
• Type of shock caused by the body's hypersensitive reaction to an antigen causing bronchospasm and vasodilation?
• What is over classification in wound assessment?
• Where is the median cubital vein commonly located for venous access?
• Lactated Ringers is fluid given to a dehydration casualty in a combat environment. What is it used for?
• In battlefield wound assessment, what does the symbol X designate?
• Subcutaneous emphysema is most closely associated with which body system injury?
• Infiltration in IV therapy refers to what?
• Which region is referred to by the axillary area?
• What is the form number used for the TC3 card?
• If you find an entrance wound, you always look for...
• What does MTF stand for in casualty management?
• Which form gets attached to the casualty's clothing where it will remain until the casualty's arrival at the MTF?
• Which level of care has first responder capability?
• Which abdominal finding indicates internal bleeding?
• Which statement best describes circulatory overload?
• Which structures constitute the lower airway according to the material?
• The mediastinum is located between which structures?
• What phase of care do you provide airway management?
• TIC stands for Tenderness, Instability, and Crepitus. Which of the following is NOT part of TIC?
• In a 9-line medevac, which lines change during peace time?
• Which scenario would most likely require wound packing as part of hemorrhage control?
• Priority 2 Priority evacuations are assigned to casualties who are sick or wounded and require prompt medical care. Evacuation is required within how many hours?
• Intraosseous access is indicated in which scenario grouping?
• What is a potential consequence of hemodilution during resuscitation?
• A systolic blood pressure of ______ is sufficient to perfuse vital organs.
• Level 5 care provides which type of services?
• In a nine-line medevac, lines 6 through 9 should be transmitted as soon as possible. Which option best describes this instruction?
• Which statement best describes the blood sweep's included regions?
• A present carotid pulse indicates a systolic blood pressure of at least how many mmHg?
• Which sign best indicates imminent death in a shocked patient?
• Which statement best describes the search after finding an Entrance Wound?
• True or False? A casualty with a radial pulse receives a direct line IV.
• Endotracheal intubation is described as which of the following?
• What type of rescue involves vehicle extrication or tactical search and rescue of collapsed buildings?
• Who makes the final decision regarding how many casualties may be safely loaded aboard the helicopter?
• What core temperature defines hypothermia in this material?
• During a blood sweep, which areas are checked?
• Who signs the TC3 card DA Form 7656?
• Which type of shock is caused by increased stimulation of the vagus nerve causing vasodilation and hypotension?
• An increase in carbon dioxide in the body stimulates which physiological response?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the three most common devices used by the hoist to extract casualties?
• How is a hasty tourniquet applied?
• What is the gauge and length of the needle used for an NCD?
• Which of the following is the third device among the three most common hoist extraction devices?
• Where does the medic initial the DD 1380 form?
• In combat medicine, which anatomical region contains the heart and is a key landmark to avoid during thoracic procedures?
• The majority of combat-related wounds are due to which type of trauma?
• Which level of care includes Forward Resuscitative Care and is near the point of injury and can perform stability surgery?
• The term 'over classification' refers to which practice?
• Which of the following best defines infiltration?
• Deliberate tourniquets should be placed in which manner?
• What is the maximum amount of Hextend that should be given to a casualty pre-hospital?
• Hemoptysis is defined as which of the following?
• The cricothyroid membrane is located between which cartilages?
• Which substance gives blood its red color?
• During needle decompression, the entry point is the second intercostal space at the midclavicular line. Which rib is directly beneath this entry point?
• Which of the following is a sign or symptom of tension pneumothorax?
• Which statement best defines Priority 4 Convenience in casualty evacuation?
• When a patient is in shock, what is a sign of impending death?
• Which of the following describes signs of circulatory overload?
• Which casualty is loaded last so they will be unloaded first?
• For a casualty with a radial pulse, which IV method is typically used?
• If shock is present with a systolic BP above 93 mmHg, which condition is likely developing?
• The visceral pleura is the membrane attached to which structure?
• Which statement best describes the role implied by 'Medic or first responder' in field care?
• Which of the following is NOT a sign of tension pneumothorax?
• Who makes all decisions, including when medevac is called, during a mission?
• The loading order in casualty evacuation is arranged so that the most seriously injured are unloaded first. Is this statement true or false?
• What are the goals of TC 3?
• Intraosseous access is not indicated for which casualty condition?
• Which level of care corresponds to a Combat Support Hospital providing in-theater medical/surgical care?
• Which vein should be your first choice for venous access in the antecubital region?
• In the context of casualty management, which statement best describes the use of MTF and M997 together?
• What distance in feet should a rescuer maintain between themselves and the casualty to gain leverage?
• Which intervention is described as best for arterial hemorrhage control in neck, axillary, inguinal wounds?
• Which statement best describes deliberate tourniquet placement relative to joints?
• Which term best describes a casualty category where evacuation is prioritized due to not having access to care locally or risk of deterioration, requiring evacuation within 4 hours?
• Which elements are included in essential airway skills?
• What is one reason litter casualties are normally loaded head first into ambulances?
• A watery fluid with proteins, other molecules and dissolved minerals that constitutes half the blood volume and provides a fluid environment for other blood components is called what?
• Which of the following best represents a sign that may indicate tension pneumothorax?
• How many sides of an improvised occlusive dressing are taped down?
• Where do you check for TIC?
• For a casualty without a radial pulse, which IV method is standard?
• A casualty is considered hypothermic when their core body temperature falls below what value?
• When you first reach an unconscious casualty, how should you open the airway?
• Secondary blast injury is caused by what?
• Which structures are contained within the mediastinum?
• A casualty is considered hypothermic when core temperature falls below what value?
• Phlebitis refers to what?
• What is M997 described as?
• What is described as the first step of circulation in casualty care?
• Advanced airway skills include which procedures?
• Where should a deliberate tourniquet be applied?
• Under Priority 3 Routine, evacuation is required within what time frame to save life and stabilize the casualty for further evaluation?
• Which description best matches Priority 2 in casualty evacuation?
• Forward Resuscitative Care is typically provided by which units?
• What term describes the dilution of clotting proteins, platelets and red blood cells due to excessive intravenous fluid administration?
• During septic shock, what happens to circulating fluid?
• What is described as the single most significant obstacle to medics' ability to provide care?
• Tertiary blast injury is caused when the casualty is blown into a solid object like a wall or vehicle. This results in what type of trauma?
• What information does the DD Form 1380 Field Medical Card carry to the MTF?
• Which fluid is described as the fluid of choice for civilian trauma resuscitation in another phrasing of the material?
• What do white blood cells do?
• Which factors disrupt the clotting process and promote coagulopathy?
• For arterial hemorrhage control in wounds of the neck, axillary region, or inguinal region, what is the best method?
• What is the tactical priority during care under fire?
• The NCD should not be placed medial to which landmark to avoid entering the cardiac box?
• What is the primary function of red blood cells?