Maritime Questions › Stcw Elementary First Aid

A crew member involved in a fall is pale, clammy, breathing fast, and feels faint. What does this suggest and what should be done?

A. Shock only occurs after major visible bleeding, so this presentation can be safely ignored
B. This is simple anxiety and the casualty should be told to calm down with no other action needed
C. These are classic signs of shock (the body's response to inadequate blood flow, often from blood loss or severe injury) — lay them down, raise their legs slightly if no fracture is suspected, keep them warm, and reassure them while seeking further help urgently
D. Sit them upright and give them a hot drink immediately
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You find a colleague collapsed on deck. Before anything else, what should you check, in order?
A. Immediately start chest compressions regardless of the situation
B. Check their pockets for ID and medical information first
C. Danger (is the scene safe for you to approach?), Response (are they conscious — talk and gently shake), Airway, Breathing, Circulation — the standard DRABC primary survey
D. Call the bridge before checking the casualty at all
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A crew member has a deep laceration to the forearm that is bleeding heavily. What is the correct immediate action?
A. Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water before applying any pressure
B. Apply a tourniquet immediately as the first response to any heavy bleeding
C. Leave the wound uncovered to let air help it clot naturally
D. Apply firm, direct pressure to the wound with a clean dressing or cloth, and maintain it continuously — elevate the limb above heart level if possible and there is no suspected fracture
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