USCG Boat Crew
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Situations that may cause crew fatigue include:
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Operating in extreme hot or cold weather conditions Eye strain from hours of looking through sea-spray burred windshields The effort of holding on and maintaining balance Stress Exposure to noise Exposure to the sun Poor physical conditioning Lack of sleep Boredom
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Who has the primary responsibility for safety and welfare?
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Coxswain But crewmembers must watch each other's condition to prevent excessive fatigue from taking its toll.
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The primary symptoms of fatigue are?
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Inability to focus or concentrate/narrowed attention span mental confusion or judgment error Decreased coordination of motor skills and sensory ability (hearing, seeing) Increased irritability Decreased performance Decreased concern for safety
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What are ways to prevent fatigue?
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Get adequate rest Dress appropriately for the weather conditions Rotate crew duties Provide food and refreshment suitable for conditions Observe each other for signs of fatigue
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What are examples that can cause fatigue?
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Environmental conditions Motion Sickness Glare from the sun Wind and rough seas Rain or Snow Vibration
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What are limits for boats? Seas/winds? 41,33,25,45
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41 UTB - 8ft seas, 30 know winds 33 SPC-LE - 8ft seas, 30 know winds 25 RBS - 6ft seas, 25 know winds 45 RBM - 8ft seas, 30 know winds
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What is motion sickness caused by
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Mental and physical stress as well as the rolling or pitching of the boat. Causes an imbalance between visual images and the portion of the middle ear that senses motion
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What are motion sickness symptoms?
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Nausea and vomiting Increased salivation Unusual paleness/sweating Drowsiness Overall weakness Stomach discomfort
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What are ways to prevent motion sickness?
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Stay out of confined spaces Stay above deck in the fresh air Avoid concentrating on the movement of the boat by looking at horizon Avoid smoking
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Dont take anitmotion sickness within 12 hours of consuming alcohol or if pregnant
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Team Coordination Training skills are?
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Leadership Mission analysis Adaptability and flexibility Situation awareness Decision-making Communication Assertiveness
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Explain first aid responsibility
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Coast Guard authorizes crewmember to render first aid, consistent with their training. Crewmember must evaluate the scene, protect themselves from injury or infection, keep calm, act quickly, and contact station to have EMS respond if necessary.
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What is shock syndrome?
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Shock is a depressed or physiological or mental state Shock can change during the injury and is unique for every casualty.
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What events cause shock?
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Some develop rapidly or delayed for several hours. Trauma (bleeding, blunt: a fall, being struck by blunt object, etc, fractures, and burns) Allergic reactions Hypothermia Drugs and/or Toxins Heart attack Illness such as diabetes Emotional
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What are symptoms of shock?
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Restlessness Fainting Thirst Nausea/Weakness Anxiousness/Fright Dizziness
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What are signs of shock?
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Pulse \"weak and rapid\" Breathing \"shallow, rapid, and irregular skin \"cold, clammy (sweating)\" Pupils dilated State of consciousness \"alert (maybe deceiving) to unconscious.
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What is the initial treatment for shock?
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Limit patient's activity, Have them lie down and observe for symptoms of shock If unconscious, activate EMS and institute resuscitation procedures. Check for medic alert or other information tags. If no head injury or breathing trouble, place victim flat on back and elevate the lower extremites 8-10 inches.
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What are Resuscitation procedures?
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Measures to restore life include artificial repiration, cardiac compression and CPR. Must performed with RED CROSS certification course.
