ASC Rescue Techniques & Emergency Response

Question 1

What is the first priority in an avalanche rescue?

Accepted Answer

Ensure scene safety

Answer

Dig a trench

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Call for backup

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Check for hypothermia

Question 2

Which tool is used to locate avalanche victims?

Accepted Answer

Transceiver

Answer

Snow probe

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Shovel

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Whistle

Question 3

How deep can avalanche victims be buried on average?

Accepted Answer

1.2 meters

Answer

0.2 meters

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0.5 meters

Answer

2.5 meters

Question 4

Why is time critical during avalanche rescues?

Accepted Answer

Due to rapid decrease in survival rates

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To avoid cold injury

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To prevent equipment loss

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Because of weather changes

Question 5

Which method is used to pinpoint victim location?

Accepted Answer

Probing grid pattern

Answer

Visual scanning

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Calling out

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Transceiver sweep

Question 6

What is the role of a rescue shovel?

Accepted Answer

Digging victims out

Answer

Cutting snow blocks

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Climbing assistance

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Building snow shelters

Question 7

What does the acronym ABC stand for in emergency care?

Accepted Answer

Airway, Breathing, Circulation

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Alert, Breathe, Control

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Activate, Balance, Check

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Assist, Backup, Care

Question 8

Why are rescue simulations important?

Accepted Answer

Train for effective response

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Boost confidence

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Improve fitness

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Enhance gear durability

Question 9

What is the function of a RECCO reflector?

Accepted Answer

Reflects radar signals for search

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Detects heart rate

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Enhances vision

Answer

Warms the body