Practice Test Geeks(S-130) Wildland Firefighting Training Certification Practice Test
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First Aid Flashcards

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  1. A firefighter receives a chemical burn from fire retardant concentrate splashed on their skin. The immediate field treatment is:

    Answer: Brush off dry chemical and flush with large amounts of water for 20 minutes

    Brush off any dry residue then flush chemical burns with copious water for at least 20 minutes to dilute and remove the agent.

  2. When assessing an unconscious patient using the ABCs of first aid, what does the 'C' stand for?

    Answer: Circulation

    In the ABCs, 'C' stands for Circulation — checking for a pulse and controlling life-threatening bleeding.

  3. A firefighter has a suspected dislocated shoulder. You should:

    Answer: Immobilize the shoulder in the position found and arrange for evacuation

    Never attempt to relocate a dislocation in the field; immobilize it in the position found and arrange medical evaluation.

  4. Which of the following is the MOST effective way to prevent heat-related illness during wildland firefighting operations?

    Answer: Drinking adequate fluids, taking scheduled rest breaks, and monitoring each other

    Hydration, scheduled rest, and buddy monitoring are the core preventive strategies for heat-related illness in wildfire operations.

  5. A firefighter steps on a nail through their boot and the nail remains embedded. The correct field treatment is to:

    Answer: Stabilize the nail in place, control bleeding around it, and evacuate

    Embedded objects must be stabilized in place to prevent further injury; removal can worsen bleeding and damage surrounding tissue.

  6. Which symptom suggests a firefighter may be going into shock after an injury?

    Answer: Pale, cool, clammy skin with a rapid weak pulse

    Pale, cool, clammy skin and a rapid weak pulse are classic early signs of hypovolemic shock.

  7. How should you treat a closed (non-open) abdominal injury where internal bleeding is suspected?

    Answer: Keep the patient still, knees slightly bent, and evacuate immediately

    Keep the patient still with knees slightly flexed to relieve abdominal tension and arrange rapid evacuation for suspected internal abdominal injury.