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In the NZ Army, every situation is different. Sometimes there isn’t necessarily a right answer. You have to use your own initiative and make a decision on the spot based on the scenario. In this instance, if you had selected

Answer A - Secure the area

Great answer. This would need to occur before any other action is taken. Securing the area allows us to take stock of the situation, work out what is happening and might happen, before developing a course of action for the things we do next.

Answer B - Pull the soldier to safety

This will be done as soon as it is safe to do so. Officers and soldiers work in close confines in stressful situations, working as a team and forging close bonds. All soldiers are trained in First Aid to deal with issues like this, and the desire in the platoon to rescue and treat a wounded comrade will be strong.

Answer C - Call for reinforcements

The level of injury to the soldier, and the size of the threat to the platoon, will dictate what level of reinforcement is required and when to bring it in. Medical reinforcements may be called on to assist the soldier and any serious civilian casualties. The numerical size and capability of the attacking force will determine whether air support, indirect fire support or maybe additional troop support is called for.

Answer D - Tend to the injured civilians

The ability of the NZ Army to maintain good relationships with the indigenous population of any region is key to achieving success. If the situation allowed, the Army would assist the injured civilians, in a manner that did not compromise the security and safety of the platoon.

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