EFMB Medical Evacuation & Equipment Flashcards
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What equipment is used to decompress a tension pneumothorax in the field?
Answer: 14-gauge needle at the 2nd intercostal space, midclavicular line
Needle chest decompression uses a 14-gauge, 3.25-inch needle inserted at the 2nd intercostal space, midclavicular line to release trapped air causing tension pneumothorax.
What is the purpose of a vented (Hyfin) chest seal versus a non-vented chest seal?
Answer: Vented seals allow air to escape preventing tension pneumothorax; non-vented seals seal all airflow
Vented chest seals have a one-way valve that allows air to exit the chest cavity on exhalation, preventing tension pneumothorax, while non-vented seals create a complete occlusion.
What is the primary use of the Combat Pill Pack in the IFAK (Individual First Aid Kit)?
Answer: Antibiotic prophylaxis, analgesics, and antacid treatment
The TCCC Combat Pill Pack contains moxifloxacin (antibiotic), acetaminophen and meloxicam (pain control), and an antacid to address immediate medical needs in the field.
What is the correct method for packaging a casualty for MEDEVAC transport in cold weather?
Answer: Place the casualty in a hypothermia prevention kit or wrap in a space blanket before transport
Casualties must be packaged in a hypothermia prevention kit (space blanket, heat-reflective materials) before MEDEVAC transport to prevent or treat hypothermia during flight.
What does CASEVAC differ from MEDEVAC in terms of aircraft and personnel?
Answer: CASEVAC uses non-medical aircraft or vehicles without dedicated medical personnel; MEDEVAC uses dedicated medical assets
CASEVAC (Casualty Evacuation) uses non-dedicated, non-medical vehicles or aircraft with no guaranteed medical personnel, while MEDEVAC uses dedicated medical assets with trained medical crew.
When preparing a landing zone (LZ) for a MEDEVAC helicopter at night, what is the recommended marking method?
Answer: Four chemlights or flashlights placed in an inverted Y or X pattern
Four chemlights or flashlights arranged in an inverted Y (indicating wind direction) or X pattern mark the LZ boundaries for helicopter pilots at night.