Questions and Answers
To recognize life-threatening bleeding, what two things should you look for?
the volume and flow
The volume of blood represents what?
the amount of blood present
Bleeding is life-threatening when the volume of blood is equal to...?
about half of what a soda can contains
If a small child or infant, bleeding may be life-threatening when the blood loss is...?
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The flow of blood represents what?
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What two flows of blood are considered life-threatening?
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When you recognize that an adult, child, or infant has life-threatening bleeding, what should you do immediately? (Select all that apply)
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In a small child or an infant, bleeding may be life-threatening when the amount of blood loss is less than about half of what a soda can contains.
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Which of the following images shows life-threatening bleeding? (Select all that apply)
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The person cut their arm while working on a job site. Blood is flowing steadily from the person's wound and pooling on the ground. This is life-threatening bleeding.
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The person tripped over a rock while hiking and cut their leg. There is a slow trickle of blood from the cut. This is life-threatening bleeding.
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What kind of dressing is the best to use?
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What should you remember to do when applying direct pressure?
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When should you stop applying pressure?
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What position should you apply direct pressure?
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If you need to use your hands but also need to apply direct pressure, what other body part can you use?
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How long does it usually take for a wound to stop bleeding?
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When placing a dressing, if it bleeds through, what should you do?
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What should you never do when applying/removing dressings?
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Your co-worker was cutting a bagel in half when the knife slipped and cut their hand. The bleeding is not life-threatening, but you think your co-worker might need stitches. Should you apply direct pressure?
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You are a ski instructor. During a lesson, one of your students falls and cuts their leg. You see a large pool of blood forming in the snow. Should you apply direct pressure?
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A co-worker has a deep cut on his back that is bleeding heavily. Blood is starting to pool on the ground. Should you apply direct pressure?
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If the bleeding stops, what three things should you do?
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If the bleeding recurs through the bandage, what should you do?
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Where should you place the tourniquet?
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Study Notes
Life-Threatening Bleeding Recognition
- Look for two indicators: volume and flow of blood.
- Volume of blood refers to the total amount present in the body.
- Life-threatening bleeding occurs when blood loss equals approximately half of a soda can's capacity.
Special Considerations for Infants and Children
- In small children or infants, life-threatening bleeding can happen with even less blood loss than half a soda can.
Blood Flow Characteristics
- Life-threatening bleeding is characterized by continuous flow or spurting of blood.
- Continuous pooling or spurting indicates a serious risk, while mere trickling may not be life-threatening.
Immediate Actions for Life-Threatening Bleeding
- Call 9-1-1 or delegate someone to do so.
- Retrieve a bleeding control kit and AED or instruct someone else to fetch them.
Hemostatic Dressings and Pressure Application
- A hemostatic dressing is the most effective type to use.
- Apply firm, direct pressure: use one hand on the dressing and the other to apply additional pressure.
- In the absence of hands, a knee can be utilized to maintain pressure.
Managing Bleeding and Dressings
- Direct pressure should continue until the bleeding stops, a tourniquet is applied, or exhaustion/safety concerns arise.
- If a dressing bleeds through, add another on top without removing the original.
- Avoid removing the initial dressing to prevent dislodging clotted blood.
Situational Responses
- Apply direct pressure if bleeding is not life-threatening but repair like stitches may be needed.
- Direct pressure is necessary for serious cuts, such as those occurring from glass or sharp objects.
Post-Bleeding Procedures
- Once bleeding stops, check for circulation beyond the injury and secure a bandage at a 45-degree angle.
- If bleeding resumes through a bandage, remove it and reapply direct pressure.
Tourniquet Placement
- Tourniquets should be placed 2-3 inches above the site of the wound for optimal effectiveness.
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