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Bleeding - Emergency Response

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

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