CLS exam 2023 WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS

What is the difference between an open and closed fracture open has broken through skin What are the first aid measures for heat exhaustion Rest Soldier in shade. Loosen uniform and remove head gear. Have Soldier drink 2 quarts of water over 1 hour. Seek medical aid. Evacuate if no improvement in 30 minutes, or if Soldier's condition worsens. List the symptoms of shock Sweaty but cool skin. Pale skin. Restlessness or nervousness. Thirst. Severe bleeding. Confusion. Rapid breathing. Blotchy blue skin. Nausea and/or vomiting. What are the steps for bandaging an open chest wound? Uncover the wound Apply airtight material over the wound What is the greatest threat to a casualty's life in combat situations? bleeding out Under what conditions can hypothermia occur? Hypothermia occurs when heat loss is greater than heat production. Describe the recovery position Place the casualty in the recovery position by rolling him as a single unit onto his side, placing the hand of his upper arm under his chin, and flexing his upper leg. What should be done to indicate that a tourniquet has been used? Place a T and the time of the application on the casualty with a marker What are the two types of heat casualties? exhaustion/stroke Is a combat lifesaver considered a medical Soldier? No What is the only way a Soldier can treat a wound to a limb under fire? The only treatment that should be given at the point of injury is a tourniquet to control life threatening extremity bleeding. What is the look-listen-feel method used for? Look for the chest to rise and fall. Listen for air escaping during exhalation. Feel for the flow of air on the side of your face Where should a tourniquet be placed in relation to the wound? Place the tourniquet, 2 to 3 inches above the wound on the injured extremity What should be done to a nasopharyngeal tube (NPA) before inserting into a casualty's nostril? Lubricate the tube of the NPA with water How should the NPA be positioned when placed in the nostril? Position the tube of the NPA so that the bevel (pointed end) of the NPA faces toward the septum (the partition inside the nose that separates the nostrils) Under what circumstances should you not use a NPA? Do not use the nasopharyngeal airway (NPA) if there is clear fluid (cerebrospinal fluid) coming from the ears or nose. This may indicate a skull fracture.