* CAT Arterial tourniquet * Flashcards by Tom Hughes | Brainscape

Q

CAT Tourniquet Indications

A

Life-threatening limb haemorrhage

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CAT Tourniquet Contraindications

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Absence of bone in extreme trauma

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CAT Tourniquet Cautions

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Significant pain

Soft tissue injury

Worsen bleeding if applied too loose

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CAT Tourniquet Key info

A

Avoid the joint

5-8 cm above the bleeding

Document the time of application

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