FLSD Active Shooter Medical Emergencies 5

Question 1

A Fire Life Safety Director witnesses a victim collapse from a gunshot wound to the abdomen. No tourniquet is applicable. What is the most appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Apply firm direct pressure with a clean cloth and maintain it continuously

Answer

For abdominal wounds where a tourniquet cannot be used, applying and maintaining firm direct pressure is the most effective hemorrhage control method available.

Question 2

Under the 'Protect' component of the ALICE active shooter protocol, which medical consideration is most important for the Fire Life Safety Director?

Accepted Answer

Position barricaded individuals away from doors to reduce injury if the door is breached

Answer

During barricade (Protect), positioning people away from doors reduces injury risk from ballistic penetration or forced entry.

Question 3

Which statement about using a belt as an improvised tourniquet during an active shooter medical emergency is correct?

Accepted Answer

A belt is generally less effective than a commercial tourniquet but may be used as a last resort

Answer

Belts are less reliable than commercial tourniquets because they are difficult to tighten sufficiently, but they may be used when no commercial device is available.

Question 4

When escorting first responders to casualties during an active shooter event, what information should the Fire Life Safety Director provide about wounded victims first?

Accepted Answer

Number of casualties, location, and severity of injuries

Answer

First responders prioritize knowing how many casualties there are, where they are located, and the severity of injuries to allocate resources effectively.

Question 5

A victim of an active shooter incident has an open chest wound (sucking chest wound). What is the correct field treatment before EMS arrival?

Accepted Answer

Apply a vented chest seal or improvised occlusive dressing taped on three sides

Answer

A vented chest seal or three-sided occlusive dressing allows air to escape on exhalation while preventing air entry, reducing the risk of tension pneumothorax.

FLSD - Fire Life Safety Director Practice Test

FLSD - Fire Life Safety Director Practice Test

FLSD Active Shooter Medical Emergencies 5