CERT Basic Training: Disaster Medical Operations - Part 1

What does CERT stand for in the context of emergency response?

• Community Emergency Response Team

• Civil Emergency Rescue Team

• Critical Emergency Reaction Team

• Community Emergency Rescue Task

Which organization is associated with CERT Basic Training?

• FEMA

• Red Cross

• WHO

• CDC

What is the role of CERT members during a disaster?

• To assist professional responders

• To replace professional responders

• To manage international aid

• To conduct scientific research.

What is the significance of Disaster Medical Operations in CERT training?

• It prepares volunteers to provide basic medical care during emergencies

• It trains volunteers to perform surgeries

• It focuses on international medical aid

• It teaches advanced medical research.

What is the logo on the CERT Basic Training slide?

• FEMA

• Red Cross

• WHO

• CDC

What is the main theme of the CERT Basic Training Unit 3?

• Disaster Medical Operations

• Firefighting Techniques

• Advanced Medical Research

• International Law

Which of the following is an indicator of life-threatening bleeding? A) Minor cut B) Spurring/steady bleeding C) Bruise D) Small scratch.

• A) Minor cut

• B) Spurring/steady bleeding

• C) Bruise

• D) Small scratch

In Stage II of severe bleeding, how does the patient feel?

• Normal

• Anxious

• Confused

• Lethargic

What is the heart rate in Stage I of severe bleeding?

• Normal (<100 bpm)

• Fast (>100 bpm)

• Very Fast (>120 bpm)

• Critical (>140 bpm)

Which stage of severe bleeding is associated with a slightly low blood pressure?

• Stage I

• Stage II

• Stage III

• Stage IV