TraumaPregunta 46 de 100
After applying a tourniquet, you should note and communicate:
a.The patient's name only
b.Nothing further
c.The color of the bandage
d.The time the tourniquet was applied
Explicación
The application time of a tourniquet must be documented and reported so hospital staff know how long the limb has been without circulation. Write it clearly, often on the patient or the device.
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