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Bleeding - Emergency Response

Bleeding - Emergency Response


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Apply DIRECT PRESSURE to wound

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Apply a firm dressing

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Elevate and immobilise limb

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If bleeding continues, apply constrictive bandage over dressing

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Use an Arterial Tourniquet ONLY as a last resort if bleeding continues

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Treat for SHOCK: Lay Casualty down, Elevate legs

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Call Ambulance

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