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EFA Exit Exam • Set 11 Question 2 of 30

A crew has his finger severed off, what action would be the best?

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Direct Answer

Option B: Wrap the severed finger in sterile gauze, place it in a plastic bag, put the bag on ice and transport both finger and the victim to the hospital

The correct answer is: "Wrap the severed finger in sterile gauze, place it in a plastic bag, put the bag on ice and transport both finger and the victim to the hospital". This aligns with maritime first aid standards, DG Shipping exam syllabi, and international emergency resuscitation guidelines.

All Options

A
Put the severed end of the finger back in place, wrap entire finger in sterile gauze and transport to hospital immediately
B
Wrap the severed finger in sterile gauze, place it in a plastic bag, put the bag on ice and transport both finger and the victim to the hospital (Correct Answer)
C
Place the severed finger in a plastic bag, have the crew place the bag under his armpit and transport immediately to the hospital
D
Place a tourniquet at the stub where the finger severed to control bleeding and transport to hospital immediately

Detailed Explanation & Context

The correct answer is: "Wrap the severed finger in sterile gauze, place it in a plastic bag, put the bag on ice and transport both finger and the victim to the hospital". This aligns with maritime first aid standards, DG Shipping exam syllabi, and international emergency resuscitation guidelines.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Elementary First Aid (EFA).

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