EFMB Trauma Care & Physical Fitness 2

Question 1

When applying a tourniquet, how far above the wound should it be placed?

Accepted Answer

2–3 inches proximal to the wound

Answer

Directly over the wound

Answer

At the joint nearest the wound

Answer

As high on the limb as possible

Question 2

What does the 'E' in the MARCH algorithm stand for?

Accepted Answer

Expose and Examine

Answer

Evacuation priority

Answer

Extremity assessment

Answer

External hemorrhage control

Question 3

Which sign indicates a tension pneumothorax requires immediate needle decompression?

Accepted Answer

Absent breath sounds on one side with tracheal deviation and hypotension

Answer

Slow, deep respirations with SpO2 of 99%

Answer

Bilateral crackles and pink frothy sputum

Answer

Stridor with swollen neck veins and normal BP

Question 4

In the EFMB physical fitness test, what is the minimum passing score on the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) for male candidates?

Accepted Answer

300 points

Answer

270 points

Answer

350 points

Answer

400 points

Question 5

What is the correct site for needle decompression of a tension pneumothorax using the 2nd intercostal space approach?

Accepted Answer

Midclavicular line, 2nd intercostal space, superior border of the 3rd rib

Answer

Midclavicular line over the top of the 2nd rib

Answer

Midaxillary line at the 5th intercostal space

Answer

Sternal border, 2nd intercostal space

Question 6

What is the maximum volume of fluid recommended for a single 14-gauge needle decompression syringe used in the field?

Accepted Answer

This procedure uses a needle, not a syringe for aspiration

Answer

3 mL

Answer

10 mL

Answer

50 mL

Question 7

A casualty has a gunshot wound to the neck with active bleeding. What is the preferred hemorrhage control method?

Accepted Answer

Wound packing with hemostatic gauze and direct pressure

Answer

Apply a tourniquet at the base of the neck

Answer

Place a vented chest seal over the wound

Answer

Elevate the neck above heart level