Circulation with hemorrhage control

Question 1

Hemorrhage can be either? (2)

Answer 1

• Internal
• External

Question 2

How do we control external hemorrhage? (2)

Answer 2

1) Apply direct manual pressure on the wound
2) Tourniquet

Question 3

1) When are tourniquets effective?
2) What is the risk of using tourniquets?
3) When should tourniquets only be used?

Answer 3

1) Effective in massive exsanguination
2) Risk of ischemic injury
3) Only used when direct pressure is not effective

Question 4

What are the major areas of internal hemorrhage?

Answer 4

1) Chest
2) Abdomen
3) Retroperitoneum
4) Pelvis
5) Long bones

Question 5

What are some immediate management of hemorrhage control based on their locations? (4)

Answer 5

1) Chest decompression
2) Pelvic binders
3) Splint application
4) Surgical intervention

Question 6

Immediate Signs to look out for in patient with suspected hemorrhage? (4)

Answer 6

• Level of consciousness
• Capillary refill time
• Pulse
• Skin color