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How do you use a military tourniquet?
Place the tourniquet 2 to 4 inches from the edge of the wound site. Never place it directly over a wound or fracture or directly on a joint (wrist, elbow, or knee). For wounds just below a joint, place the tourniquet just above and as close to the joint as possible. (2) The tourniquet should have padding underneath.
What position should the tourniquet be applied above the elbow?
If a field dressing has been applied, the tourniquet must be above the edge of the field dressing. If the wound is just below the elbow or knee, select a site above the joint and as close to the joint as possible.
How long do you have to put on a tourniquet?
How long can you leave it on? A tourniquet should only be used in an emergency until you’re able to receive immediate medical attention. “It can be applied for approximately two hours before neurovascular injury occurs,” Scherr said. Do not remove a tourniquet yourself.
Does tourniquet go above or below wound?
The tourniquet should be at least 5cm above the wound, or 5cm above the joint if the wound is on the lower limb. Never place a tourniquet over a joint.
Can you apply a tourniquet to the forearm?
The forearm tourniquet is a safe and effective means of providing a bloodless field for wrist and hand surgery.
What are two 2 contraindications for applying a tourniquet to a limb?
Limbs with severe infection, patients with poor cardiac reserve, and traumatized limbs are relative contraindications to tourniquet use. Peripheral neuropathy, DVT in the limb, Reynaud’s disease, and peripheral vascular disease should be ruled out before considering tourniquet application.
Where do you apply a tourniquet?
You can apply a tourniquet to bare skin or over clothing. Place the tourniquet high and tight on the extremity (arm or leg), near the armpit or groin. Pull the “tail” strap of the tourniquet tight and twist the windlass until the bleeding stops. Secure the windlass to keep the tourniquet tight and in place.
When to apply a combat application tourniquet ( CAT )?
If a field dressing has been applied, the tourniquet must be above the edge of the field dressing. If the wound is just below the elbow or knee, select a site above the joint and as close to the joint as possible. b. Apply the Combat Application Tourniquet, if Available. If a Combat Application Tourniquet (CAT) is available, use it.
When to apply a tourniquet to a leg?
APPLY A TOURNIQUET. A tourniquet is applied only if bleeding from an upper arm, forearm, thigh, or lower leg threatens the casualty’s life. Procedures for applying a tourniquet follow. a. Select the Tourniquet Site. Select the area on the limb where you will place the tourniquet band.
Where to place a tourniquet on a gunshot wound?
(1) Place the tourniquet around the limb, between the wound and the body trunk (or between the wound and the heart). Place the tourniquet 2 to 4 inches from the edge of the wound site.