PSE 5C - Bleeding and Shock

Question 1

Initial Treatment

Answer 1

1. BSI, Scene is safe
2. Apply direct pressure
3. Apply pressure dressing
4. Apply tourniquet
5. Verbalize how to know when it’s tight enough

Question 2

Pt Showing S/S of Shock

Answer 2

1. Positions pt properly
2. Apply O2
3. Covers w/ blankets to conserve heat
4. Transports immediately

Question 3

Criticals

Answer 3

1. Failed to control hemorrhage
2. Applied tourniquet before other methods of bleeding control
3. Didn’t complete w/in 5 minutes