EMT Bleeding

What is the average total blood volume in an adult human?

• 4 liters

• 5 liters

• 6 liters

• 7 liters

What type of bleeding is characterized by bright red blood that spurts with each heartbeat?

• A) Capillary

• B) Venous

• C) Arterial

• D) Internal

Which of the following is a sign of severe external bleeding?

• A) Dark red oozing blood

• B) Bleeding that stops on its own

• C) Bright red blood spurting

• D) Small bruising

What is the first step in controlling external bleeding?

• Apply a tourniquet

• Direct pressure

• Elevate the wound

• Pack the wound

What is the purpose of hemostatic agents?

• Prevent infection

• Promote clotting

• Increase blood flow

• Cool the wound

Which type of bleeding is typically controlled by elevation and direct pressure?

• Arterial

• Capillary

• Venous

• Internal

What is a potential complication of using a tourniquet?

• Increased bleeding Deformities

• Tissue damage Damage, Cuts

• Reduced clotting Deformities

• Bruising Damage

What does the acronym DCAP-BTLS stand for?

• Defibrillation, Contusions, Abrasions, Punctures, Burns, Tenderness, Lacerations, Swelling

• Discolorations, Abrasion, Punctures, Bruises, Tenderness, Lacerations, Swelling

• Deformities, Contusions, Abrasions, Punctures, Burns, Tenderness, Lacerations, Swelling

• Decompression, Contusions, Abrasions, Punctures, Bruises, Tenderness, Lacerations, Swelling

What is hypovolemic shock caused by?

• A) Heart failure

• B) Spinal injury

• C) Loss of blood or fluids

• D) Infection

Which organ is most sensitive to hypoxia during bleeding?

• Heart

• Brain

• Liver

• Kidney