Unit 8: Outdoor Survival and Hunting Safety Flashcards

What does a topographic map show?
state and national forests
approved camping locations
well-managed habitats
elevation and contours of the land

When should a hunter begin to get in shape for a hunt?
one day before the hunt
one week before the hunt
well in advance of the hunt
during the hunt

When you go on a hunting trip, you should leave a hunting plan with someone you trust. What information should the plan include?
your height and weight
your home phone number
the names of any hunting partners
the bag limit for the game you plan to hunt

Clothing can affect your ability to perform safely and responsibly. How should you choose your clothes for a hunting trip?
Always wear wool clothing.
Always wear light clothing and a hat.
Always wear several layers of cotton or polyester clothing.
Always wear clothing suitable for the weather you expect.

Why should hunters wear daylight fluorescent orange clothing?
to be more visible to other hunters
to reflect sunlight and keep cool
to hide from game
to obey federal law

What is the international emergency signal for distress?
marking an X in the snow, grass, or sand
flashing a mirror
signaling with a whistle
three repeats of any signal

What is the best way to purify water?
chemical purifiers
filter systems
solar still
boiling

What is the best prevention for frostbite?
Wear a wool cap.
Wear a face cover.
Drink hot liquids.
Avoid severe weather.

While outdoors, you drink plenty of water, take frequent breaks, and shed layers as you warm up. These are steps to prevent:
hypothermia
snakebite
heat exhaustion
frostbite

What is the best way to treat a snakebite?
Cut an X over the bite. Use suction to remove the poison.
Keep the victim calm. Take him or her to a hospital.
Keep the victim moving so that he or she does not fall asleep.
Apply a tourniquet if possible.

What is a reason to plan and prepare for a hunting trip?
to increase the likelihood of a serious emergency
to be able to take more risks while hunting
to have a larger hunting group
to improve your chances for success

When you go on a hunting trip, you should leave a hunting plan with someone you trust. What information should the plan include?
the name of your next of kin
your home address and email address
your social security number and birthdate
where you will be hunting and when you expect to return

Which material provides warmth even when wet?
wool
cotton
polypropylene
nylon

What is the hunter's most important item of clothing?
wool sweater and cap
breathable layer worn next to the body
daylight fluorescent orange outerwear
waterproof protective outer layer

A compass always points to:
the North Pole
magnetic north
true north
0 degrees declination

You get lost and need shelter. What should you do first?
Begin cutting long, straight saplings.
Begin looking for food.
Look for a natural shelter.
Gather limbs and brush.

Under most conditions, how long can you survive without water?
about two weeks
about one week
about three days
about one day

You get lost in extremely cold weather. You are unable to start a fire. Which of the following is the best way to survive?
Wrap up in a thermal foil blanket.
Cover yourself in snow for insulation.
Exercise vigorously to stay warm.
Change from wool to cotton clothing if available.

Which of the following is a proper way to treat heat stroke?
Put the victim in an ice-water bath.
Get the victim to a hospital immediately.
Place ice packs under the victim's arms.
Fan the victim until he or she begins to shiver.

Your skin is pale, cold, and clammy. Your pulse is rapid. Your breathing is shallow. You feel fear. These are symptoms of:
shock
hypothermia
heat stroke
frostbite

What resource can best help you learn about the terrain in a particular area before you arrive?
atlas
road map
topographic map
travel guide

What information on your hunting plan can help law enforcement officials find you?
a description of your hunting equipment
your cell phone number and cell phone carrier
your hunting license number
your email address

Choose the true statement about dressing in layers.
Layers reduce the sound of your movements.
Layers offer superior insulation.
Layers limit your ability to adjust to changes in the weather.
The best time to dress in layers is when the weather is warm.

Why should hunters wear daylight fluorescent orange clothing?
to be more visible to other hunters
to reflect sunlight and keep cool
to hide from game
to obey federal law

You are hiking into unfamiliar terrain. What is the best way to keep your bearings?
Correct for declination and then follow the orienting arrow on your compass.
Shade in the contour intervals on your topographic map as you climb uphill.
Take frequent compass readings and plot your progress on a map.
Follow the contour lines on your topographic map.

What is the proper way to start a fire?
Gather small twigs and light them. Then gather larger sticks.
Gather only kindling to start the fire. Then light your fire.
Gather more firewood than you think you will use. Then light your fire.
Gather only the firewood you think you will use. Then light your fire.

How long can you survive without food?
two days or more
two weeks or more
two months or more
three months or more

Which of the following is a proper way to treat frostbite?
Wrap the affected area in warm, dry clothing.
Immerse the affected area in hot water.
Warm the affected area by rubbing.
Warm the affected area with an electric heating pad.

After spending several hours outdoors, your skin is dry, hot, and flushed. Your pupils are dilated. You have a rapid, weak pulse. Your breathing is shallow. These are symptoms of:
heat stroke
frostbite
first-degree burn
hypothermia

You need to help a hunting companion with a deep, open chest wound. What should you do first?
Locate a sterile bandage, and cover the wound.
Locate any bandage, and cover the wound.
Transport the victim to the hospital.
Cover the wound with the palm of your hand until a bandage is located.