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Bleeding Classification and Management in General Surgery

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Bleeding Classification and Management in General Surgery

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What type of injury can cause external bleeding according to the lecture?

Internal organ injury

Muscle strain

Skin abrasions (correct)

Bone fracture

Which of the following is not a classification of bleeding mentioned in the lecture?

Bacterial bleeding (correct)

Capillary bleeding

Arterial bleeding

Venous bleeding

In which case may external bleeding be severe and life threatening?

Small cut on the finger

Muscle contusion

Fractured bone without skin penetration

Large vein injury (correct)

What is the effect of severe blood loss as mentioned in the lecture?

Lack of oxygen and shock Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bleeding occurs when blood escapes due to damaged skin and tissues?

Internal bleeding Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of the lecture on bleeding according to the text?

Management of bleeding Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to ensure your safety when managing external bleeding?

Use a plastic bag if gloves are not available Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if bleeding is severe and dressing is not available?

Apply the patient’s hand or your hand to press on the wound Signup and view all the answers

How should you check if the bandage is too tight when applying direct pressure to a bleeding wound?

Press one of the nails or the skin beyond the bandage for five seconds until it turns pale, then release the pressure Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if a foreign body is embedded in the wound?

Don’t remove it and apply dressing on either side of the object to avoid pressure on the foreign body Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to help a casualty who may develop shock due to blood loss?

Treat them by helping them to lie down and raise and support their legs above the level of their heart Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if blood leaks through the pressure bandage?

Apply a second dressing over the first Signup and view all the answers

When should you seek medical assistance for external bleeding management?

If the injury is severe or the patient is unstable Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if there's major uncontrolled bleeding despite applying a fresh bulky dressing and bandage?

Apply a tourniquet Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if an arm is injured due to external bleeding?

Apply an arm sling or elevation sling Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if there has been any contact with blood while managing external bleeding?

Wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible after the incident Signup and view all the answers