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Wound Care & Bleeding Control Flashcards

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  1. When applying a tourniquet on a limb, how far above the wound should it be placed?

    Answer: 2–3 inches (5–7 cm) above the wound

    A tourniquet should be applied 2–3 inches above the wound to effectively stop arterial blood flow without unnecessary tissue damage.

  2. What is the correct action after a tourniquet has been applied to control severe limb bleeding?

    Answer: Note the time of application and leave it in place until EMS arrives

    Once applied, a tourniquet should not be removed in the field; document the exact time of application so medical personnel can manage ischemia risk.

  3. Which type of wound carries the highest risk of tetanus infection?

    Answer: A deep puncture wound contaminated with soil

    Deep puncture wounds contaminated with dirt or soil create anaerobic conditions ideal for Clostridium tetani, the bacteria that causes tetanus.

  4. An impaled object is found in a worker's thigh. What is the correct first-aid action?

    Answer: Stabilize the object in place with bulky dressings and do not remove it

    Impaled objects should never be removed in the field; stabilizing them prevents further injury and helps control bleeding.

  5. What does 'capillary bleeding' typically look like?

    Answer: Slow oozing of red blood from the wound surface

    Capillary bleeding is characterized by slow oozing from the smallest blood vessels and is the easiest type to control with direct pressure.

  6. Which wound closure method is NOT appropriate for a first aider to perform in the occupational setting?

    Answer: Suturing (stitching) the wound closed

    Suturing is a medical procedure performed by licensed healthcare providers and is outside the scope of first-aid practice.

  7. A worker has a large scalp laceration that is bleeding heavily. What characteristic of scalp wounds should the first aider keep in mind?

    Answer: The scalp has a rich blood supply and can bleed profusely even from minor cuts

    The scalp has an exceptionally dense vascular network, so even small lacerations can produce dramatic blood loss that looks worse than it is.

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