HEMORRHAGE Flashcards

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temporal artery

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located on the side of the head above the ear; compression between the fingers and the facial bones can decrease bleeding in the forehead and scalp

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facial artery

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pressure on the facial artery against the jawbone can control bleeding in the facial area

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carotid artery

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compression of the carotid artery against the neck muscles is used only for severe bleeding in the head. Care must be taken to not compress both carotid arteries. Never use a pressure dressing around the neck

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subclavian artery

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downward pressure between the fingers and the collarbone can decrease bleeding in the arm and shoulder

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brachial artery

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compression of the artery against the humerus can control bleeding in the arm and hand

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radial artery

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compression against the radius can control bleeding in the hand

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femoral artery

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compression against the pelvic bone can control bleeding in the leg

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