IBSC Tactical Paramedic Certification (TP-C) Practice Exam

Which is the most preventable cause of combat death?

Tension Pneumothorax Airway Compromise Extremity Hemorrhage Hypothermia

Correct Answer:

Extremity Hemorrhage

Explanation:

The key idea is that uncontrolled bleeding, especially from an extremity, is the most preventable cause of death on the battlefield. Bleeding from an extremity can be stopped quickly with simple, proven measures like tourniquets and hemostatic dressings. When these are applied promptly, many deaths from exsanguination are avoided, which is why extremity hemorrhage is considered the most preventable battlefield death. Airway problems and tension pneumothorax are serious and require rapid intervention, but they are not as consistently preventable in the field as hemorrhage control. Hypothermia is dangerous and preventable, but it typically compounds other injuries and is not the leading preventable cause by itself.

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