From Peeking to Pressure
Apply direct-pressure principles for heavy bleeding without disrupting clot formation.
Omar has heavy bleeding from a hand wound. What changes when the team stops improvising and uses direct pressure? Before: loose wrap, rinsing impulse, pressure interrupted. After: firm pressure, emergency call, person still and monitored. Pressure replaces peeking: lifting the covering can disrupt clot formation. Barrier first if available: gloves or plastic lower exposure risk without delaying pressure. Call early: heavy bleeding is an emergency because shock can develop quickly. Still and warm: reduce movement, reassure, and watch for pale, cold, dizzy, or confused signs. Do not admire the wound; press on it. bleeding-control pressure You replaced inspection with pressure,…
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