First Aid Bleeding, Wounds, and Shock Questions and Answers Flashcards
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When applying a tourniquet for severe limb bleeding, where should it be placed?
Answer: 2–3 inches above the wound toward the heart
A tourniquet must be placed 2–3 inches above (proximal to) the wound to occlude blood flow before it reaches the injury site.
Which type of wound is most prone to tetanus infection?
Answer: Deep puncture wound contaminated with soil
Deep puncture wounds, especially those contaminated with soil or debris, create the anaerobic environment in which Clostridium tetani thrives.
A victim in shock should be positioned in which way, assuming no spinal injury?
Answer: Lying flat with legs elevated about 12 inches
Elevating the legs approximately 12 inches while the victim lies flat helps return blood to vital organs and improve circulation.
What does the acronym 'RICE' stand for in wound and injury first aid?
Answer: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) is the standard initial treatment protocol for soft-tissue injuries to reduce swelling and pain.
Which sign best distinguishes arterial bleeding from venous bleeding?
Answer: Arterial blood is bright red and spurts with each heartbeat
Arterial blood is bright red and spurts rhythmically because it is under high pressure from the heart's pumping action.
If a wound dressing becomes soaked with blood, what is the correct action?
Answer: Add more dressings on top without removing the original
Adding more dressings on top preserves the clot that has begun to form; removing the original dressing can disrupt clotting and worsen bleeding.