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Section 4:
Surviving Emergencies
Becoming Stranded
Keeping Warm while Snowmobiling
Injuries
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Section 4 Quiz
In the event of an emergency situation:
A: Call for help on your phone, then wait
B: Quickly assess the situation and methodically determine your best options
C: Be prepared by carrying safety equipment, tools and a first aid kit
D: B and C
E: All of the above
If you become stranded while snowmobiling:
A: Remain calm and take time to assess your situation
B: Seek shelter immediately, stay warm, and use your emergency supplies
C: Determine your location and the distance to help
D: A and C
E: All of the above
Stay warm during an emergency by:
A: Exercising to keep a good sweat going
B: Dressing in layers to help manage wind chill and frostbite
C: Drinking alcohol and using hand warmers
D: Burning your spare clothing to start a fire
E: All of the above
If someone is injured during your trip:
A: Call 911 immediately if you have phone service, otherwise send someone for help
B: Give the victim aspirin or painkillers
C: Keep the victim flat on their back with their legs elevated to treat for shock
D: A and C
E: All of the above
Treat frostbite by:
A: Rubbing the frozen skin with snow
B: Allowing it to warm slowly and not letting it refreeze
C: Pouring water or alcohol over the frozen skin
D: A and B
E: None of the above
Hypothermia occurs when there is a drastic loss of body heat and can be treated by:
A: Warming the victim by building a fire
B: Hugging or huddling close together with the victim to warm them
C: Having the victim drink alcohol to help warm them from their insides
D: Wrapping yourself together with the victim in a blanket or sleeping bag
E: All except C
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