Direct pressure is the first line of management for controlling external bleeding. However, when direct pressure is ineffective or if the wound is severe and life-threatening, a tourniquet is recommended to stop the flow of blood to an extremity. Knowing when and how to properly use a tourniquet can be vital in saving a patient's life by preventing exsanguination.
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BCEN Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) /
Musculoskeletal and Wound Emergencies
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