Uso del Torniquete en hemorragia exanguinante.
- A tourniquet should be at least 4cm wide to prevent localised damage to nerve tissues.Tie the bandage as quickly and tightly as possible around the bare limb.
- The tourniquet should be 5-7cm above the wound *.
- Never place a tourniquet over a joint.
- Tighten the tourniquet until the life-threatening bleeding stops.
- This will be extremely painful to the casualty, explain to the casualty that this is vital to save their life.
- If the bleeding will not stop; try tightening the tourniquet further or apply a second above the first one. Slight bleeding may still continue, but the life- threatening bleeding should be controlled.
- Ensure someone has called 999/112 for help.
- Note the exact time of the application and write this prominently on the tourniquet if possible.
- NEVER release the tourniquet yourself. This should only be done by a healthcare professional in a controlled environment.
- If there’s a clean cut through an artery, for example in a deep incised wound, the artery could contract back up the arm or leg. This is why you should place the tourniquet at least 5cm (or 2 inches) above the wound.
Video explicativo del torniquete.
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