The first step in external bleeding control is applying direct pressure over the site. If direct pressure does not control the bleeding, tourniquet use is considered.
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Ready for Review Rapid blood loss of 1 quart (about 1 L) or more can lead to shock and death. External bleeding can be classified into three types according to the type of blood vessel that is damaged: artery, vein, or capillary. Regardless of the type of bleeding or the type of wound, the first aid is the same. First and foremost, you must control the bleeding. Vital Vocabulary arterial bleeding Bleeding from an artery. This type of bleeding tends to spurt with each heartbeat. capillary bleeding Bleeding that oozes from a wound steadily but slowly. hemorrhage A large amount of bleeding in a short time. hemostatic dressing A gauze-style dressing saturated with an agent that stops bleeding. tourniquet A bleeding control device wrapped tightly around an extremity to stop blood flow from a wound. venous bleeding Bleeding from a vein. This type of bleeding tends to flow steadily. Assessment in Action You are enjoying a bike ride on a paved trail with your friend. As she rounds the next bend, her bike tires slide out on the gravel and she falls to the ground. She gets up but has a large scrape on her knee and part of her lower leg. Blood is oozing from the wound. Directions: Circle Yes if you agree with the statement; circle No if you disagree. Yes No 1. This person is experiencing capillary bleeding. Yes No 2. This type of bleeding is the most common type. Yes No 3. This type of bleeding is difficult to control and usually does not clot and stop by itself. Yes No 4. Direct pressure will control this type of bleeding. Check Your Knowledge Directions: Circle Yes if you agree with the statement; circle No if you disagree. Yes No 1. Most cases of bleeding require more than direct pressure to stop the bleeding. Yes No 2. Remove any blood-soaked dressings before applying additional ones. Yes No 3. Applying a pressure bandage over a wound can allow you to attend to another injury or another injured person. Yes No 4. If a bleeding arm wound is not controlled through direct pressure, apply pressure to the brachial artery. Yes No 5. Dressings are placed directly on a wound. Yes No 6. Internal bleeding is normal. Yes No 7. Dressings should be sterile or as clean as possible. Yes No 8. Clotting is the body's way of stopping bleeding. Yes No 9. If the person feels sick to the stomach and may vomit, roll him or her onto the left side. Yes No 10. When applying a tourniquet to control bleeding, place the tourniquet about 2 to 3 inches above the wound.
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