Trauma Care & Physical Fitness Flashcards
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A casualty has a blood pressure of 80/60 mmHg after a penetrating abdominal wound. What is the TCCC-recommended target systolic BP for permissive hypotension (no TBI)?
Answer: 80–90 mmHg
Permissive hypotension targets a systolic BP of 80–90 mmHg in hemorrhagic shock without TBI, reducing re-bleeding risk while maintaining organ perfusion.
When does the TCCC Care Under Fire phase end and Tactical Field Care begin?
Answer: When the unit gains fire superiority or moves to a covered position
Tactical Field Care begins once the unit achieves fire superiority or moves to a position with relative protection from direct enemy fire.
A casualty with a penetrating eye injury should have the eye:
Answer: Covered with a rigid shield without applying pressure
A rigid eye shield protects the globe without exerting pressure that could worsen a ruptured globe or expel intraocular contents.
The EFMB written test requires a minimum score of what percentage to pass?
Answer: 80%
Candidates must achieve a minimum score of 80% on the EFMB written examination covering medical knowledge.
Which intervention is performed LAST in the MARCH algorithm during Tactical Field Care?
Answer: Hypothermia prevention
Hypothermia prevention (the 'H' step) is performed after addressing hemorrhage, airway, respiration, and circulation in the MARCH sequence.
A casualty has a pelvic fracture with suspected internal hemorrhage. What device should be applied in the field to reduce pelvic volume and control bleeding?
Answer: Pelvic binder or improvised sheet wrap
A commercial pelvic binder or improvised circumferential sheet wrap reduces pelvic ring volume and applies pressure to tamponade internal hemorrhage from pelvic fractures.
During the EFMB litter carry lane, how many litter bearers are required to carry a simulated casualty, and what is the standard carry distance?
Answer: 4 bearers for 100 meters
The EFMB standard litter carry uses a 4-person team to transport a simulated casualty over 100 meters as part of the evacuation lane.