WFR Wilderness Pharmacology & Medications

Question 1

Which over-the-counter medication provides pain relief, fever reduction, AND anti-inflammatory effects, making it especially useful for musculoskeletal injuries in the wilderness?

Accepted Answer

Ibuprofen (Advil/Motrin)

Answer

Ibuprofen is an NSAID that provides analgesia, antipyresis, and anti-inflammation, making it the most versatile OTC choice for sprains, strains, and similar injuries.

Question 2

Epinephrine auto-injectors (EpiPens) are primarily used in wilderness medicine to treat which condition?

Accepted Answer

Anaphylaxis

Answer

Epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis, rapidly reversing bronchospasm, vasodilation, and hypotension caused by a severe allergic reaction.

Question 3

What is the standard adult oral dose of diphenhydramine (Benadryl) for treating mild allergic reactions in the field?

Accepted Answer

25–50 mg

Answer

The standard adult dose of diphenhydramine is 25–50 mg, effectively controlling mild allergic symptoms without risking toxicity.

Question 4

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) should be used with caution or avoided in patients who:

Accepted Answer

Consume alcohol regularly or have liver disease

Answer

Acetaminophen is hepatically metabolized, and liver disease or chronic alcohol use greatly increases the risk of liver toxicity even at therapeutic doses.

Question 5

Loperamide (Imodium) is used in wilderness medicine primarily to manage:

Accepted Answer

Diarrhea

Answer

Loperamide slows intestinal motility to reduce diarrhea, preventing dangerous fluid and electrolyte losses in a remote environment.

WFR - Wilderness First Responder Practice Test

WFR - Wilderness First Responder Practice Test

WFR Wilderness Pharmacology & Medications