Bleeding - Emergency Response
1
Apply DIRECT PRESSURE to wound
2
Apply a firm dressing
3
Elevate and immobilise limb
4
If bleeding continues, apply constrictive bandage over dressing
5
Use an Arterial Tourniquet ONLY as a last resort if bleeding continues
6
Treat for SHOCK: Lay Casualty down, Elevate legs
7
Call Ambulance
IF UNCONSCIOUS: REVERT TO D.R.A.B.C. :
Danger
Response
Airway
Breathing
Circulation