Military First Aid and Tactical Combat Casualty Care Quiz

MARCH stands for addressing key priorities in combat casualty care: Massive bleeding, Airway, Resuscitation, Circulation, and Hypothermia prevention.

TCCC is the acronym for the steps to assess and treat casualties in tactical combat casualty care.

In the 'MARCH' algorithm, the 'M' stands for maintaining the airway in tactical combat casualty care.

The primary objective of tactical combat casualty care is rapid and efficient treatment to facilitate the speedy return of soldiers to combat.

A key principle of military first aid is prioritizing the treatment of the most life-threatening injuries.

TCCC stands for Tactical Combat Casualty Care, emphasizing specialized medical care in combat situations.

Nasopharyngeal airways are used to maintain a clear airway in unconscious casualties during combat.

Pale, cool, clammy skin is a sign of hypovolemic shock, indicating inadequate blood volume.

Applying direct pressure is not recommended for managing a sucking chest wound; use an occlusive dressing instead.

Treating an open fracture involves covering the wound with a sterile dressing and applying direct pressure.

Initiating intravenous fluid administration is not a component of the Tactical Field Care phase.

The first step in managing a casualty with an amputation is to check for responsiveness.

Tracheal deviation away from the affected side is a common symptom of tension pneumothorax.