TraumaCâu 43 / 100
What is the first-line method to control severe, life-threatening external bleeding from an extremity?
a.Direct pressure, and a tourniquet if pressure fails or bleeding is massive
b.Elevation alone
c.Applying ice
d.Pressure points only
Giải thích
Severe extremity bleeding is first controlled with firm direct pressure; if that fails or the bleed is immediately life-threatening, apply a tourniquet. Rapid hemorrhage control is a top priority in trauma.
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