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SSG. C. Sprayberry NCOIC SGT. D. Barkley Lead Instructor SGT. H. Jones Lead Evaluator SPC. M. Parrish Co-instructor/Evaluator
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Be able to identify and correctly use all contents of a standard issue CLS bag. Correctly establish a 9-line Medevac request.
Tasks
The instructor team will ensure that the students know ALL the contents of an army standard CLS bag and are fully capable and competent of the functions and uses of each item. Students will also be proficient and accurate with a 9-line Medevac while being highly motivated and eager to learn.
Conditions
In a classroom environment with a PowerPoint presentation and medical staff to assist with learning, questions, and hands-on techniques. Simulated trauma lanes to provide a realistic setting and aid in evaluation of competency.
Standards
Given a fully stocked Army standard CLS bag, effectively provide life saving measures to casualties by precedence while under fire, in a tactical field setting, and re-assessing while awaiting for a Medevac.
CLS BAG
SAM Splint II
Wrist/arm Splint Ankle/leg Splint C-Collar V and Modified V-Splint
NSN: 6515-494-1951
ABD Dressing
Eviscerations Inguinal or Axillary wounds Stumps/Amputations
NSN: 6510-00-201-7425
Israeli Bandage
Pressure dressing Stump dressing Minor stabilization on open fracture
NSN: 6510-01-460-0849
NSN: 6515-01-521-7976
Cravats
Slings Securing splints or other bandages Improvised tourniquet Head and Eye Injuries
NSN: 6510-00-201-1755
Penrose Drain
Constricting band Eye Flushing
NSN: 6515-01-508-8343
ACE Wrap
Light pressure dressing Stump dressing Ocular Injuries Minor Stabilization
NSN: 6510-00-935-5823
Rehydration Salts
Oral suspension given to rehydrate
NSN: 6505-01-197-8809
Transparent Dressing
Small occlusive bandage on neck or chest
NSN: 6510-01-372-4493
H&H Gauze
Packing or dressing wounds Eye/head injuries Penetrating wound Stabilization Drying a wound site
NSN: 6510-01-503-2117
Nasopharyngeal Airway
Maintaining an open airway
NSN: 6515-01-529-1187
Trauma Shears
Cutting adjustments on bandages and tape Removal of Clothes/Gear
NSN: 6515-00-935-7138
14g Needle/Cath.
Needle Chest Decompression IV....UNACCEPTABLE!
NSN: 6515-01-541-0635
3 Inch Tape
Everything (explained in lecture)
NSN: 6510-01-549-0927
Latex/Nitrile Gloves
Protection from infectious diseases Protects the Combat Life Saver only if USED
NSN: 6515-01-515-0197
9-Line Medevac
Report only applicable information: A=Urgent, B=Urgent-Surgical, C=Priority, D=Routine, E=Convenience. If more than one casualty fits a specific criteria, include the number of casualties before the letter. For example, 2A or 4C.
Special Equipment
A=None, B=Hoist, C=Extraction Equipment, D=Ventilator Use this line to request any other equipment you may need such as a replacement litter or any other supplies.
Differentiate which patients are capable of ambulating (A) and which patients require a litter (L). Combine the number of patients with the letter to which they correspond.
Used as line 6 during wartime. N=No enemy troops in area P=Possible enemy troops in area(use caution) E=Enemy troops in area(use caution) X=Enemy troops in area(armed escort required)
Used as line 6 in peacetime. Include specific information regarding patient injuries by type (gunshot wounds, shrapnel, etc.) Report serious bleeding along with patient blood type if known.
Number of patients in each category doesn't need to be included. A=US Military/ B=US Civilian/ C=Non-US Military/ D=Non-US Civilian/ E=Enemy Prisoner of War
NBC Contamination
Used as line 9 during wartime, and only included if applicable. N=Nuclear Contamination B=Biological Contamination C=Chemical Contamination
Terrain Description
Used as line 9 during peacetime. Include details of terrain features in and around proposed landing site. If possible, relate landing site to a prominent terrain feature such as a lake, mountain, or tower.
Scenario
RTO: Break, break, break. Dustoff this is Knight 1. I have a Medevac request, over. Medevac: Knight 1, this is Dustoff. Go ahead with Medevac request, over. RTO: Line 1-Alpha Bravo 12345 Charlie Delta 67809. Line 2-17500, Knight 1. Line 3- 1 Alpha Break 3 Bravo. Line 4Delta. Line 5- 3 Lima Break 1 Alpha. How Copy Over. Medevac: Knight 1 this is Dustoff, we read you Lima Charlie and have a bird in the air. ETA approximately 10 mikes. Will call when ready for completion of 9-line. Over. RTO: Dustoff this is Knight 1. Read you Lima Charlie. Out. Medevac: Knight 1 this is Dustoff. Over. RTO: Dustoff this is Knight 1. Go ahead. Over. Medevac: Knight 1 this is Dustoff. Send remainder of your 9-line when ready. Over. RTO: Dustoff this is Knight 1. Sending remainder of 9-line Medevac request. Line 6- Papa. Line 7- Charlie. Line 8- 3 Alpha Break 1 Bravo. How Copy Over. Medevac: Knight 1 this is Dustoff. Read you Lima Charlie. We see blue smoke. Over. RTO: Dustoff this is Knight 1. Roger. We have blue smoke. Over Medevac: Knight 1 this is Dustoff. Roger. Preparing to land at LZ. Out.
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