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A crew member has suffered frostbite to the toes of his right foot. Which of the following is NOT an acceptable first aid measure?

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A crew member has suffered frostbite to the toes of his right foot. Which of the following is NOT an acceptable first aid measure?

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• Frostbite first aid basics – what helps frozen tissue vs what causes more damage • Difference between gentle rewarming and mechanical/friction treatment • Safe ways to manage pain and swelling in a frostbite casualty

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• Think about what is physically happening inside frostbitten tissue and how rubbing or pressure might affect that. • Ask yourself which options could cause ice crystals in the tissue to move or tear cells more. • Consider which measures are commonly used for many injuries (like elevation or pain control) and which measure is specifically warned against in cold injuries.

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• Identify which option involves mechanical friction directly on the frostbitten area. • Recall that proper treatment focuses on gradual or controlled rewarming, not actions that could crush or tear frozen tissue. • Check which measures (elevation, controlled warming, pain medication) are generally considered supportive vs which one is specifically listed in first aid manuals as harmful for frostbite.

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Question 1 of 20

A crew member has suffered frostbite to the toes of his right foot. Which of the following is NOT an acceptable first aid measure?

Rub the toes briskly.

Elevate the foot slightly.

Warm the frost bitten toes rapidly.

Give aspirin or other medication for pain if necessary.

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Question 1 / 205eccef9fbacbc34ba4d46ab0

Question 1 of 205eccef9fbacbc34ba4d46ab0

A crew member has suffered frostbite to the toes of his right foot. Which of the following is NOT an acceptable first aid measure?

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A crew member has suffered frostbite to the toes of his right foot. Which of the following is NOT an acceptable first aid measure?

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