TCCC (Tactical Combat Casualty Care)
Questions and Answers (2026/2027) |
Updated Review | A+ Verified
• What is the primary objective of the TCCC ASM course? -✓✓To train all
service members in basic lifesaving TCCC skills.
• What does TCCC stand for? -✓✓Tactical Combat Casualty Care.
• What are the three phases of TCCC? -✓✓1. Care Under Fire/Threat, 2. Tactical
Field Care, 3. Tactical Evacuation Care.
• What is the first priority in the MARCH sequence during a casualty assessment?
-✓✓Massive Bleeding.
• What should you do before attempting to rescue a casualty? -✓✓Ensure the
scene is safe.
• What is a Hasty Tourniquet used for? -✓✓To control life-threatening bleeding
during Care Under Fire.
• What are the five lifesaving skills taught in the TCCC course? -✓✓1. Bleeding
Control, 2. Airway & Breathing, 3. Rapid Casualty Assessment, 4. Tourniquet
Application, 5. Pressure Dressing.
• What is the purpose of a hemostatic dressing? -✓✓To promote blood clotting
and control bleeding.
• What should be done if a tourniquet does not stop the bleeding? -✓✓Apply a
second tourniquet 2-3 inches above the wound.
• What is the recommended action for a casualty with a compromised airway? -
✓✓Perform airway maneuvers to clear the airway.
• What is the significance of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care Card? -✓✓It is
used for casualty care documentation.
, • What are the signs of massive, life-threatening bleeding? -✓✓Bright red blood
that is pulsing, spurting, or soaking through bandaging.
• What is the recommended method for applying a tourniquet? -✓✓Apply it 'high
and tight' on the wounded extremity.
• What is the role of non-medical personnel in TCCC? -✓✓To provide basic care
and support in emergency situations.
• What should be done if no tourniquet is available? -✓✓Pack the wound and
apply direct pressure.
• What is the purpose of the MARCH sequence? -✓✓To guide through a rapid
casualty assessment.
• What is a common error when applying a tourniquet? -✓✓Not pulling the self-
adhering strap tight enough.
• What should you do if a casualty is responsive? -✓✓Reassure them and check
for further injuries.
• What is the importance of scene safety in TCCC? -✓✓To prevent further injury
to both the rescuer and the casualty.
• What is the purpose of the Joint First Aid Kit (JFAK)? -✓✓To provide essential
medical supplies for first aid.
• What is the recommended action for a casualty in respiratory distress? -
✓✓Ensure the airway is clear and assist with breathing if necessary.
• What is the significance of the Tactical Field Care phase? -✓✓It involves
providing medical aid in a safer environment after immediate threats are addressed.
• What should be done during the Tactical Evacuation Care phase? -✓✓Provide
care during transport to advanced medical facilities.
Questions and Answers (2026/2027) |
Updated Review | A+ Verified
• What is the primary objective of the TCCC ASM course? -✓✓To train all
service members in basic lifesaving TCCC skills.
• What does TCCC stand for? -✓✓Tactical Combat Casualty Care.
• What are the three phases of TCCC? -✓✓1. Care Under Fire/Threat, 2. Tactical
Field Care, 3. Tactical Evacuation Care.
• What is the first priority in the MARCH sequence during a casualty assessment?
-✓✓Massive Bleeding.
• What should you do before attempting to rescue a casualty? -✓✓Ensure the
scene is safe.
• What is a Hasty Tourniquet used for? -✓✓To control life-threatening bleeding
during Care Under Fire.
• What are the five lifesaving skills taught in the TCCC course? -✓✓1. Bleeding
Control, 2. Airway & Breathing, 3. Rapid Casualty Assessment, 4. Tourniquet
Application, 5. Pressure Dressing.
• What is the purpose of a hemostatic dressing? -✓✓To promote blood clotting
and control bleeding.
• What should be done if a tourniquet does not stop the bleeding? -✓✓Apply a
second tourniquet 2-3 inches above the wound.
• What is the recommended action for a casualty with a compromised airway? -
✓✓Perform airway maneuvers to clear the airway.
• What is the significance of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care Card? -✓✓It is
used for casualty care documentation.
, • What are the signs of massive, life-threatening bleeding? -✓✓Bright red blood
that is pulsing, spurting, or soaking through bandaging.
• What is the recommended method for applying a tourniquet? -✓✓Apply it 'high
and tight' on the wounded extremity.
• What is the role of non-medical personnel in TCCC? -✓✓To provide basic care
and support in emergency situations.
• What should be done if no tourniquet is available? -✓✓Pack the wound and
apply direct pressure.
• What is the purpose of the MARCH sequence? -✓✓To guide through a rapid
casualty assessment.
• What is a common error when applying a tourniquet? -✓✓Not pulling the self-
adhering strap tight enough.
• What should you do if a casualty is responsive? -✓✓Reassure them and check
for further injuries.
• What is the importance of scene safety in TCCC? -✓✓To prevent further injury
to both the rescuer and the casualty.
• What is the purpose of the Joint First Aid Kit (JFAK)? -✓✓To provide essential
medical supplies for first aid.
• What is the recommended action for a casualty in respiratory distress? -
✓✓Ensure the airway is clear and assist with breathing if necessary.
• What is the significance of the Tactical Field Care phase? -✓✓It involves
providing medical aid in a safer environment after immediate threats are addressed.
• What should be done during the Tactical Evacuation Care phase? -✓✓Provide
care during transport to advanced medical facilities.
