1.
The movement of stabilized patients from forward medical locations to another pre-arranged destination is the definition of
Correct Answer
C. Aeromedical Evacuation (AE)
Explanation
Aeromedical Evacuation (AE) refers to the transportation of stable patients from forward medical locations to a pre-arranged destination. This involves using specialized medical aircraft and equipment to ensure the safe and comfortable transfer of patients. The other options do not specifically involve the transfer of stabilized patients, making AE the correct answer.
2.
What kind of change to casualty surival rates occurs when aeromedical evacuation (AE) is available?
Correct Answer
A. Significantly increase with AE
Explanation
When aeromedical evacuation (AE) is available, casualty survival rates significantly increase. This means that the presence of AE enables a higher number of casualties to survive their injuries compared to when AE is not available. The availability of AE allows for faster and more efficient transportation of injured individuals to medical facilities where they can receive the necessary treatment and care. This timely and specialized evacuation contributes to a significant increase in casualty survival rates.
3.
What is the ratio of C-17s used for Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) versus 25 bed air transportable hospital (ATH)?
Correct Answer
B. 1.7:3
Explanation
The ratio of C-17s used for Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) versus 25 bed air transportable hospital (ATH) is 1.7:3. This means that for every 1.7 C-17s used for EMEDS, there are 3 25 bed air transportable hospitals.
4.
The Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) components are broken down into which three increments?
Correct Answer
D. EMEDS Basic, +10, +25
Explanation
The correct answer is EMEDS Basic, +10, +25. This answer correctly identifies the three increments of the Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) components. EMEDS Basic refers to the initial level of medical support, +10 represents an increment of 10 additional beds, and +25 represents an increment of 25 additional beds. These increments allow for scalability and flexibility in providing medical support in various operational environments.
5.
Which Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) increment has no inpatient beds?
Correct Answer
A. EMEDS Basic
Explanation
EMEDS Basic is the correct answer because it is the only option that does not have inpatient beds. The other options, EMEDS +10 and EMEDS +25, both have a specific number of inpatient beds indicated in their names. The statement "All EMEDS have inpatient beds" is incorrect as EMEDS Basic does not have inpatient beds.
6.
Which Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) increment is capable of performing 10 major surgeries in 24 hours?
Correct Answer
D. EMEDS Basic
Explanation
EMEDS Basic is the correct answer because it is the only increment mentioned that does not have a specific number attached to it. The other options, EMEDS +25 and EMEDS +10, suggest that they can perform surgeries in increments of 25 or 10 respectively, but EMEDS Basic does not have a specific number associated with it. Therefore, it can be inferred that EMEDS Basic is capable of performing 10 major surgeries in 24 hours.
7.
Who is qualified to perform a critical incident stress debriefing (CISD)?
Correct Answer
C. Mental Health personnel and Aerospace Med Specialist with additional training
Explanation
Mental Health personnel and Aerospace Med Specialist with additional training are qualified to perform a critical incident stress debriefing (CISD). This is because both Mental Health personnel and Aerospace Med Specialist have the necessary expertise to provide support and assistance to individuals who have experienced a critical incident. However, additional training is required for the Aerospace Med Specialist to ensure they have the specific skills and knowledge needed for conducting a CISD effectively.
8.
Unit type code (UTC) FFEP1, the Expanded Critical Care team, will be operational within how many hours upon arrival to the deployed location?
Correct Answer
A. 12 hours
Explanation
The unit type code (UTC) FFEP1, the Expanded Critical Care team, is expected to be operational within 12 hours upon arrival to the deployed location. This means that the team will be fully prepared and ready to provide critical care services within this time frame.
9.
Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) Basic requires both routine aeromedical evacuation (AE) support and urgent AE support witin how many hours of notification?
Correct Answer
C. 24 hours for routine AE support, and 12 hours for urgent AE support
Explanation
Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) Basic requires routine aeromedical evacuation (AE) support to be provided within 24 hours of notification. This means that when a patient needs to be transported for non-urgent medical reasons, they should receive the necessary support within 24 hours. On the other hand, urgent AE support should be provided within 12 hours of notification. This means that when a patient needs to be transported for urgent medical reasons, they should receive the necessary support within 12 hours.
10.
What capabilities is the unit type code (UTC) FFMFS, Medical Mobile Field Surgical team, responsible for providing?
Correct Answer
D. Provides primary disaster medical capability for EMEDS
Explanation
The unit type code (UTC) FFMFS, Medical Mobile Field Surgical team, is responsible for providing primary disaster medical capability for EMEDS. This means that they are equipped and trained to handle medical emergencies and provide medical care in the event of a disaster. They are specifically designated to support the EMEDS (Expeditionary Medical Support) system, which is a deployable medical system used by the military. Their role is to provide essential medical services and support during disaster situations, ensuring that medical care is available and accessible to those in need.
11.
How many personnel are assigned to the Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +10 increment?
Correct Answer
C. 56 personnel
Explanation
The correct answer is 56 personnel. This suggests that there are 56 individuals assigned to the Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +10 increment.
12.
How many tents make up the Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +10 increment?
Correct Answer
C. Six
Explanation
The correct answer is six. The Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +10 increment consists of six tents. This implies that there are six separate tents that are included in the EMEDS +10 increment.
13.
How many critical care patients can be cared for by the Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +10 increment?
Correct Answer
B. 3
Explanation
The correct answer is 3 because the Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +10 increment is capable of caring for three critical care patients.
14.
What combination of teams make up the Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +25 increment?
Correct Answer
D. EMEDS Basic, EMEDS +10, UTC FFEP4/5, and UTC FFEE3
Explanation
The Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +25 increment is made up of EMEDS Basic, EMEDS +10, UTC FFEP4/5, and UTC FFEE3. This combination of teams ensures that there is a basic medical support unit (EMEDS Basic) as well as additional support teams (EMEDS +10, UTC FFEP4/5, and UTC FFEE3) to provide enhanced medical care in expeditionary environments.
15.
What is the total number of personnel assigned to the Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +25?
Correct Answer
C. 86
Explanation
The correct answer is 86. This means that there are a total of 86 personnel assigned to the Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +25.
16.
Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +25 provides primary care support for how many deployed personnel?
Correct Answer
A. 3000-5000
Explanation
Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +25 provides primary care support for 3000-5000 deployed personnel. This means that EMEDS +25 is capable of offering medical assistance and services to a range of 3000-5000 individuals who are deployed in various locations. The answer indicates the capacity of EMEDS +25 and highlights the number of personnel that can receive primary care support from this medical support system.
17.
How many major surgeries are the Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +25 team able to perform in 72 hours?
Correct Answer
C. 20
Explanation
The Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) +25 team is able to perform 20 major surgeries in 72 hours. This indicates that the team has the capability and resources to conduct a significant number of complex surgical procedures within a relatively short period of time.
18.
Which Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) increment provides advanced surgigal and trauma support?
Correct Answer
D. EMEDS +25
Explanation
The correct answer is EMEDS +25. EMEDS +25 is the increment that provides advanced surgical and trauma support. This increment is designed to handle more complex medical cases and provide a higher level of care compared to the other EMEDS increments. It is equipped with additional resources, personnel, and equipment to perform advanced surgical procedures and manage severe trauma cases effectively.