Keep in mind that Tactical Field Care can always revert to a Care Under Fire situation if scene safety is compromised. This is why there is such an emphasis on maintaining situational awareness of the surroundings and not using all of your resources to focus on casualty care.

Supplies in the field are usually limited. Exercise care by using the casualty’s JFAK initially; then use the supplies from your unit’s combat lifesaver kits (if available) or whatever Combat Medics/Corpsmen may have brought in their CMC aid bag before beginning to use your CPP supplies and equipment.

And, as always, be sure to prioritize your assessment and treatments by following the MARCH PAWS sequence we mentioned earlier.