Blast Dressing

Question 1

PPE

Answer 1

Disposable gloves, other PPE appropriate for the scene

Question 2

Indications

Answer 2

Significant haemorrhage from large wounds not controlled by simple techniques
Large wounds in challenging areas such as torso or amputated limb

Question 3

Cautions

Answer 3

Be aware of the amount of pressure applied with elastic dressing

Question 4

Prepare equipment

Answer 4

Check expiry date, packaging intact, remove packaging,

Question 5

Prepare patient

Answer 5

Explain the procedure and gain consent
Ensure the wound is ready to be dressed

Question 6

Apply dressing

Answer 6

Use the bandage to cover the would and gather all loose tissue inside

Question 7

Wrap dressing

Answer 7

Wrap the bandage part of the
dressing over the wound/limb to
keep the dressing in place
Secure at regular sections to apply pressure.
Ensure the velcro Is stuck down at the end and the plastic hooks are secured

Question 8

Reassess

Answer 8

Reassess the site for bleeding
Further pressure can be applied directly on top or covering with a second blast bandage

Question 9

Report

Answer 9

Accurately document and handover. Site of injury, type of injury