Emergency Response Procedures Flashcards

Which symptom best distinguishes heat stroke from heat exhaustion?

Answer: Altered mental status such as confusion or unresponsiveness

Central nervous system changes are the hallmark that separates heat stroke from heat exhaustion.

Why should graders be alert for Soldiers with sickle cell trait during high-intensity events?

Answer: They are at increased risk of exertional collapse

Sickle cell trait can contribute to exertional collapse during intense exercise, especially in heat or at altitude.

A Soldier testing on a cold, wet morning is shivering uncontrollably and slurring speech. What should graders suspect?

Answer: Hypothermia

Uncontrolled shivering with slurred speech in cold, wet conditions indicates hypothermia.

What is the appropriate first step for a Soldier showing signs of hypothermia?

Answer: Move them to a warm, dry area and remove wet clothing

Getting the casualty out of the cold and removing wet clothing prevents further heat loss.

During the Hand-Release Push-Up, a Soldier suddenly reports crushing chest pain and shortness of breath. What should the grader do?

Answer: Stop the event, keep the Soldier at rest, and activate emergency medical support

Chest pain with shortness of breath could indicate a cardiac emergency and requires immediate medical response.

A Soldier who skipped meals becomes shaky, sweaty, and confused but is still able to swallow. What is an appropriate response?

Answer: Give a fast-acting sugar source and get medical evaluation

Suspected low blood sugar in a conscious casualty who can swallow is treated with fast-acting sugar and medical follow-up.

Why should the evacuation route be identified before the ACFT begins?

Answer: To ensure casualties can be moved quickly to medical care

Pre-planning the evacuation route minimizes delays in getting injured Soldiers to care.