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NCO Board First Aid TC 4.02-1, STP 21-1 and FM 4-25.11 & STP 21-24 Part 4
This deck covers essential first aid procedures and guidelines from military manuals, focusing on venipuncture, airway management, and resuscitation techniques.
How many venipuncture attempts can you make?
No more than 2
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Definition
How many venipuncture attempts can you make?
No more than 2
Why should you not attempt to reinsert the needle into the catheter?
Reinsertion could cause a portion of the catheter to be sheared off, enter the bloodstream, and move to the heart where it could cause cardiac arrest
What does an occlusive dressing do?
An occlusive dressing seals the catheter, at its point of insertion, to the surrounding skin
What should you do If an IV is not to be started immediately?
You should flush the catheter and examine the site for signs of infiltration
What IV Items should you check for if you have a combat lifesaver aid bag prior to going on a Mission?
IV solution. If you have any doubt about the sterility of the solution, do not use it. Obtain another bag. Check the bag for—Expiration date. Do not u...
What can happen if you do not remove the air from the tubing?
It can enter the bloodstream and rapidly move to the heart. This can cause the casualty's heart to stop beating (cardiac arrest)
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
How many venipuncture attempts can you make? | No more than 2 |
Why should you not attempt to reinsert the needle into the catheter? | Reinsertion could cause a portion of the catheter to be sheared off, enter the bloodstream, and move to the heart where it could cause cardiac arrest |
What does an occlusive dressing do? | An occlusive dressing seals the catheter, at its point of insertion, to the surrounding skin |
What should you do If an IV is not to be started immediately? | You should flush the catheter and examine the site for signs of infiltration |
What IV Items should you check for if you have a combat lifesaver aid bag prior to going on a Mission? | IV solution. If you have any doubt about the sterility of the solution, do not use it. Obtain another bag. Check the bag for—Expiration date. Do not use outdated solutions. Clearness of the fluid. Make sure the fluid is clear and has no floating particles in the solution. Leaks. Discard any leaky bag; the IV solution inside is no longer sterile. IV set. Check the packaging of the IV set for tears and watermarks. Tears and watermarks indicate that the set may no longer be sterile. If possible, check the tubing for tears, discoloration, and cracks. Obtain another IV set if your set has been damaged. Catheter/needle units. Check the packaging of the catheter/needle unit for tears and watermarks. Obtain another catheter/needle unit if yours has been damaged. |
What can happen if you do not remove the air from the tubing? | It can enter the bloodstream and rapidly move to the heart. This can cause the casualty's heart to stop beating (cardiac arrest) |
What are the signs and symptoms of infiltration of an IV? | 1. Unusual pain felt by the casualty at the infusion site. 2. Swelling at the infusion site. 3. Redness at the infusion site. 4. The site is cool to the touch. 5. Clear fluid is leaking around the site. |
How should you roll a casualty onto their back? | The casualty should be carefully rolled as a whole, so the body does not twist. |
What should you do if foreign material or vomit is in the mouth? | Remove it as quickly as possible |
What are the two methods used to open an airway? | Head-tilt/chin-lift method and Jaw-thrust method. |
Explain how to perform the Head-tilt/chin-lift method? | (1) Kneel at the level of the casualty’s shoulders. (2) Place one hand on the casualty’s forehead and apply firm, backward pressure with the palm to tilt the head back. (3) Place the fingertips of the other hand under the bony part of the lower jaw and lift, bringing the chin forward. |
Explain how to perform the Jaw-thrust method? | (1) Kneel above the casualty’s head (looking toward the casualty’s feet). (2) Rest your elbows on the ground or floor. (3) Stabilize the casualty’s head with your forearms. (4) Use the index fingers to push the angles of the casualty’s lower jaw forward. |
When do you NOT use the Head-tilt/chin lift method? | Do NOT use this method if a spinal or neck injury is suspected. |
What are things you should avoid when doing the Head-tilt/chin lift method? | 1. Do NOT use the thumb to lift. 2. Do NOT completely close the casualty’s mouth. 3. Do NOT press deeply into the soft tissue under the chin with the fingers. |
What is the maximum amount of times you should attempt to use Jaw-thrust method if it does not work? | No more than 2 times |
When should you insert a NPA? | If the casualty is unconscious; if respiratory rate is less than 2 in 15 seconds, and/or if the casualty is making snoring or gurgling sounds |
What nostril are Most NPAs are designed to be placed in? | The right Nostril |
What are the 2 resuscitation breathing methods to assist a casualty that is not breathing? | Mouth to mouth and mouth to nose |
When would you use the Mouth to Nose resuscitation method? | Because the casualty has jaw injuries or spasms |
How would you perform the Mouth to Nose resuscitation method? | Blow into the nose while holding the lips closed and let air escape by removing your mouth and, in some cases, separating the casualty’s lips |
How do you check for the Casualties pulse? | Use the first two fingers in the groove in the casualty’s throat beside the Adam’s apple on the side closest to you |