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CASEVAC 9 LINE
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* Location of pickup site
- Encrypt the grid coordinated of the pick up site -When using DRYAD the name "set" line will be used to encrpt the Grid zone letters and the coordinates. -To alleviate confusion, the statement is made that gridzone letters are used in the statement |
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CASEVAC 9 LINE
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*Radio Frequency, call sign, and suffix
-Encrypt the frequency of the radio at the pick up site, not a relay frequency -The call sign (and suffix if used) of person to be contacted at p/u site may be transmitted in the clear |
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CASEVAC 9 LINE
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*Number of patients by precedence
-Report only applicable information -Brevity codes: ^A=urgent ^B=Urgent surgical ^C=Priority ^D=Routine ^E=Convenience -If 2 or more catagories are made in the same request, use the word "Break" between each catagory |
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CASEVAC 9 LINE
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*Special Equipment Requested
^A=None ^B=Hoist ^C=Extraction Equipment ^D=Ventilator |
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CASEVAC 9 LINE
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*Number of patients by type
-Litter -Ambulatory |
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CASEVAC 9 LINE
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(Wartime)
*Security of p/u site ^N=No emeny troops in the area ^P=Possible enemy troops in area ^E=Enemy troops in area (Apporach with caution) ^X=Enemy troops in area (armed escort required) (Peacetime) *Number and type of wound, injury, or illness -Specific information regarding patient wound and type (gunshot or schrapnel) -Report serious bleeding along with patient's blood type |
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CASEVAC 9 LINE
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*Method of marking p/u site
^A=Panels ^B=Pyrotechnic signal ^C=Smoke signal ^D=None ^E=Other |
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CASEVAC 9 LINE
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*Patient Nationality and status
-^A=US Military ^B=U.S. Civilian ^C=Non US Military ^D=Non US Civilian ^E=EPW |
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CASEVAC 9 LINE
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(Wartime)
*NBC Contamination ^N=Nuclear ^B=Biological ^C=Chemical -Use line only if applicable (Peacetime) *Terrain Description -Include detailed of terrain features in and around propsed landing site. (lakes, mountains, tower) |
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List all unaided day and night techniques.
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-remain motionless (any motion attracts the eye)
-Use all available concealment. ("because it offers a low sillouette and makes detection by the enemy difficult") -Expose nothing that reflects light -Blend into the backround (cause contrasting colors are noticeable.) --Remain in the shade (because moving shadows attract attention) -Distort or change the regular outline of objects (most military objects have distinct shapes and make obvious shadows and sillhouettes.) -Avoid the skyline (figures on the skyline can been seen from great distances and are easily identifies by their outline.) |
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How do you search fields of view using the OFF CENTER VISION METHOD?
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-daytime central vision is ineffective at night.
-Off center vision method technique requires viewing an object by looking 6-10 degrees above, below, or to either side; rather than directly at it. |
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How to you search fields of view using the SCANNING METHOD?
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-Enables Marines to overcome the many physiological limitations of their eye. Reduces confusing visual illusions.
-Technique involves looking from right to left, or left to right using a slow, regular moving scanning movement. -At night it is essential to avoid looking directly at a faintly visible object when trying to confirm its presence. |
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How do you search fields of view using the STRIP METHOD?
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-In daylight, first look at the ground nearest you.
-Begin observing close to your post and search a narrow strip 50 METERS or less deep, going from right to left, parallel to your front. -Then search from left to right, a sec0ond and similar strip further away, but overlapping the first one. -Continue until entire field of view has been observed. |
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How is night vision preserved when sunjected to lighted areas or illumination?
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-When observing/entering a lighted area, one eye should be closed/covered to preserve it's night vision.
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What are some factors that decrease night vision visual acuity?
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-Fatigue
-Lack of oxygen -long exposure to sunlight -Alcohol -Nicotine within 48 hours -Age |
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What helps preserve night vision, but is still contraindicated?
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-Red light
-light white light, can be seen from far distances |
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What techniques enhance hearing?
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-Mouth open
-removing helmet will reduce sound distortion -Holding ear close to the ground, dsounds of people walking and vehicles moving can be heard |
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Define and discuss the intelligence information report (SALUTE):
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-Size and/or stregnth
-Activity or action -Location and direction of movement -Unit identification (may be derived from unit markings, uniforms, or prisoner interrogation) -Time of observation -Equipment and weapons |
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Define and discuss the 5 paragraph order (SMEAC):
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-SITUATION: Environment, enemy forces, friendly forces, Attachments and detachments
-MISSION: C;EAR STATEMENT OF THE TASK that the patrol must accomplish -EXECUTION:TACTICAL PLAN the patrol is to execute, time, location, details, Objective -ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS: rations, ammo, location of distribution point, corpsman and aid station; handling of POWS, and other dadministrative and supply matters. COMMAND AND SIGNAL: Special instructions on communications, including prearranged signals, passwords, and countersigns, radio call signs and frequencies, emergency signals, radio procedures, pyrotechnics, and restrictions on use of communication., and Location of leaders |
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Define and discuss the acronym "SAFE" when constructing a fighting position:
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-SECURITY: Set up weapons before digging
-AUTOMATIC WEAPONS: set up automatic weapons so they are oriented to the most likely avenue of approach. -FIELDS OF FIRE: Clear your fields of fire -ENTRENCHMENT: Dig in your position. |
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Discuss and individual fighting position:
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-Fighting hole is as small as practicable;exposing a minimum target to enemy fire.
-Wide enough to accomaodate the sholders of a man sitting on the fire step. -long enough to permit the use of an entrenchment tool. -At least FOUR FEET DEEP to the fire step. -Should be able to aim and fire weapon when standing on the fire step. |
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Discuss the two-man fighting position:
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-Consists of two adjacent one-man fighting holes.
-Protects against crushing action of tank provides the occupant crouches at least TWO FEET below the ground surface. -With sandy or soft soil, revet sides to prevent caving in. -Soil is piled around the hole as a parapet, approximately THREE FEET THICK AND A HALF FOOT HIGH ;leaving a berm or shelf wide enough for the Marine to use as an elbow rest while firing. |
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The type of fighting hole used is based on what factors?
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-squad stregnth
-fields of fire -size of squad sector of fire -morale |
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Advantages of two man fighting hole:
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-Allows continuous observation
-mutual assistance and reassurance. -Redistribution on ammo among occupants. |
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Disadvantages of two-man fighting hole:
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-Because of longer size of hole, less protection os offered against a tank crossing along the long axis.
-Less protection against bombing and fragments. |
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Maintenance of .782 gear:
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-Scrub an soiled spots lightly with brush, or use white or colorfast cloth.
-Dry items in shade or indoors -Do not dry items in sunlight because of discoloration. -Do not dry in dryer because of excessive wear and dryer damage. |
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Maintenance of canteen cup:
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-Wash with warm, soapy water
-Rinse thoroughly -Keep canteen cup clean and dry when not using -Check for holes or rust. |
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Inspect and clean flak jacket:
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Visually inspect for:
-bunching -tears, punchures, damage -Increased weight indicating the nylon filter has become wet -Damaged or dirty "hook-and-pile" velcro. -Clean hook and pile velcro by washing with warm, soapy wateror brushing. -Inspect for broken or missing elastic laces. |
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Maintenance of helmet: Do not ______.
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-Heat water in it
-Use as hammer -Dig with it |
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Maintenance of helmet: Clean the _______.
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-Suspension
-Headband -Chin strap -retention band |
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How is 782 gear silenced?
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-Cover all metal areas with tape
-Tape up all loose straps -Tape anything that could enhance noise. |
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How is 782 gear waterproofed?
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-Trash and ziplock bags
-Waterproof bags |
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Define Armor Protected Level System:
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-Similar to CBRNE MOPP gear
-Standardized to establish standardized body armor protection levels based on tactical situation. |
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What are the 4 APLS (Armor Protection Level Systems)?
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-Level 0: No body armor worn
-Level 1: Vest/PC with soft armor only -Level 2: Vest/PC with fron and back hard armor plates -Level 3: Vest/PC with front, back, and side hard armor plates. |
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-Advantages of higher APLS:-Disadvantages of higher APLS:
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-Increased ballistic protection
-More armor means more weight, increased thermal loading, reduced mobility. Decreasing unit mobility over extended periods of time. |
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Define camouflage:
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-Anything that you can use to keep yourself, equipment, and position from looking like what they really are.
-Natural and manmade materials. |
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Define cover:
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-Anything that protects from bullets, fragments of exploding rounds, flame, nuclear effects, and biological and chemical agents..
-Cover can also conceal from enemy observation. -Can be natural or manmade |
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Define concealment:
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-Anything that hides you from enemy observation.
-Concealment DOES NOT protect from enemy fire. |
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When is high crawl used?
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-Cover and/or concealment ARE available
-Poor visibility reduced enemy observation. -Greater speed of movement is required. |
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When is low crawl used?
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-Cover and concealment are scarce.
-Enemy has good observation of area. -Speed is not essential. |
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When performing a rush what must you always do?
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-zig zag
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Performing a NIGHT WALK:
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-Place heel down first
-Balance weight of body on rear foot until a secure spot is found. -Lift the forward foot high to clean any stiff grass, brush, or other obstructions. -Continue to balance the body weight on the rear foot, lower forward foot gently, toe first, to explore the ground for objects that might make noise. |
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Who makes the determination to make medical evacuation and assignment of presedence?
The decision is based on the advice of who? |
-the senior military person present.
Senior medical person |
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What are the 5 CASEVAC catagories of precedence?
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-Priority 1-Urgent
-Priority 1A-Urgent-Surgical -Priority 2-Priority -Priority 3-Routine -Priority 4-Convenience |
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What is Priority 1-Urgent?
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-Emergency cases that should be evacuated as soon as possible.
-Maximum of 2 hrs in order to save life, limb, or eye sight, to prevent comlications of serious illness, to avoid permanent disability, to save life, to stabilize from further evacuation. |
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Priority 1A-Urgent Surgical
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-Must receive far forward surgical intervention.
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Priority 2-Priority
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-Sick and wounded requiring prompt medical care.
-Pt. should be evacuated within 4 hours or he could become Urgent category. -Requirement for special treatment are not available locally, or will sufffer unnecessary pain or disability. |
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Priority 3-Routine
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-Sick and wounded evaucation within 24 hours.
-Not expected to deteriorate significantly. |
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Priority 4-Convenience
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-Situation of medical convenience rather than necessity.
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Landing zone Overall Length:
Landing Zone Diameter Obstruction Height: UH-1E/N |
Overall Legnth: 57/57ft, 100
Obstructions height: 150, 200 |
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Landing zone Overall Length:
Landing Zone Diameter Obstruction Height: Ch-46 |
Overall Legnth: 46/84 ft, 175
Obstructions height: 250, 350 |
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Landing zone Overall Length:
Landing Zone Diameter Obstruction Height: Ch-53D |
Overall Legnth: 56/89 ft, 175
Obstructions height: 250, 350 |
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Landing zone Overall Length:
Landing Zone Diameter Obstruction Height: Ch-53E |
Overall Legnth: 60/99 ft, 175
Obstructions height: 250, 350 |
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When choosing a landing zone, what is not desirable?
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-Locations requiring vertical ascent or descent
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What are good locations for landing zones?
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-Flat open spaces and hilltops
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What should be maintained at all times during a CASEVAC landing/at the landing zone?
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-All around security (360 degrees)
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Landing zones may have to be cleared by the platoon, Likely tools to be used are what?
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-Chainsaws
-hatchets -K-bars -entrenchment tools -Explosives such as TNT and C4 |
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In extreme CASEVAC situations, where single and double canopies exist, casualties may have to be evacuated how?
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-hoisting as the helicopter hovers overhead
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What two things necessitate selection of a pickup site?
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-Extremely accurate map reading and communications with the helicopter.
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-For normal operations, as the helicopter approaches the landing site, the platoon commander should do what? Why?
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-Throw a smoke grenade
-To mark the pickup site and show the pilot the direction of the wind. |
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As the helicopter approaches, the platoon commander should inform the pilot of what?
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-Friendly position
-Enemy position -Situation |
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Particularly in a debris strewn site, the Marine should do what?
What should be marked? Why? |
-Marine should direct the helicopter in, signaling where it is clear for the helicopter to land.
-All obstacles in the landing zone should be marked. -So the pilot has a clear view of the situation. |
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What are an excellent means of marking obstacles during good visibility?
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-Air panel markers
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There are various methods of marking a landing zone during low light situations, one example is what?
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-Colored chemical lights.
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During landing zone operations, all Marines should be trained to do what three things?
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-directing helicopters into a landing site.
-requesting medical evacuation helicopters from the company commander. -Communicating with the pilot over the radio. |
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During landing helicopters at night, what is particularly important?
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-Radio communications
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For CASEVAC's during night operations, what must be considered?
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-Inherent danger in night evacuations
-seriousness of the wound and whether it is advantageous to wait until first light to evacuate the casualty. |
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The size of the landing zone is dependent on what?
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-Height of the obstacles surrounding the zone.
-Number and type of helicopters needed. -Largest wave planned landing zone. |
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How do you compute marking a landing zone?
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-The number of landing points needed to support the operatiion
-Simple multiplication |
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Define landing point?
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-Specific point where one helicopter can land.
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Define landing site?
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-A collection of landing points.
-An area within a large landing zone used by the helicopter borne unit as a tactical control designator in order to land in predetermined locations. |
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The marking of a landing zone varies from what to what?
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-initial marking with smoke for landing zone identification and wind direction
-to elaborate markings |
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How can you prevent smoke from obscuring vision during landing?
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-Use smoke downwind from the landing point.
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CASEVAC helicopters are normally requested through what?
Who should also be aware of their availability through all circumstances? |
-battalion
-platoon and rifle company commanders |
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-A CASEVAC request is submitted to the appropriate unit using a ______>
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-CASEVAC request
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The medical evacuation is used for requesting medical evacuation support for both ______and______ ambulances.
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-Ground
-Air |
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There are two established medical evaucation formats, one for _______and one for________.
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-wartime
-peacetime |
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What two lines of the 9 Line differ between wartime and peacetime?
What are the differences? |
-Line 6 and Line 9
-Line 6 wartime: security of P/u site, Line 6 peacetime: Number and type of wound, injury or illness. -Line 9 wartime: NBC contamination, Line 9 peacetime: Terrain description |
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Aside from Line 6 and Line 9, what are two other differences between peacetime and wartime CASEVAC requests?
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-During peacetime, clear text transmission of med. evacs are authorized; During wartime, requests are transmitted by secure means only.
-During wartime, the rapid evacuation of patients must be weighed against the imprtance of unit survivability. |
