What is the first step in responding to a medical emergency in the backcountry?
Assessing the scene for safety ensures you don’t become another victim (e.g., avalanches, falling rocks).
Which item is *most* critical in a wilderness first aid kit?
A tourniquet can stop life-threatening bleeding, a leading cause of preventable death in emergencies.
How should you signal for help in a remote area without cell service?
Three signals (whistles, fires, flashes) are the universal distress signal in wilderness settings.
What is the priority when treating hypothermia?
Preventing further heat loss (e.g., removing wet clothing, insulating the patient) is critical before active rewarming.
When should you splint a suspected fracture?
Splinting reduces pain and prevents further damage during evacuation.
What is the *golden rule* of avalanche rescue?
Time is critical—most avalanche victims survive if dug out within 15 minutes.
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How do you check for a concussion in the field?
Symptoms like confusion, headache, or nausea indicate possible concussion.
What is the best way to prevent altitude sickness?
Gradual ascent allows the body to acclimatize and reduces risk.
When treating a snakebite, what should you *avoid* doing?
Please select 2 correct answers
Cutting, sucking, or icing the wound can worsen tissue damage.