Place it between the folds of the emergency bandage.
Place it between the folds of the emergency bandage
Place it between the folds of the emergency bandage.
Quickclot combat gauze is a kaolin-infused bandage that will cause a decreased clotting time at the wound. A bandage is then wrapped around the site for protection and/or compression. The quickclot wrapper should be placed in the final outside fold of the dressing for easy identification of treatment rendered, so that the accepting facility is aware of its use.Quickclot is a powder which is applied directly to the wound to prevent bleeding. Alternately it can be a quickclot infused gauze. A bandage is then wrapped around the site for protection and/or compression. The wrapper should be placed in the final outside fold of the dressing for easy identification of treatment rendered.
place it in between the bandages.
place it in between the bandages.
Place it between the folds of the emergency bandage.
place it in between the bandages.
Between folds of bandage
Place between folds of emergency bandage
Once you've used a QuickClot Combat Gauze and it's empty, it's essential to dispose of it properly. You should seal it in a plastic bag to contain any potential contaminants and then discard it in accordance with local hazardous waste guidelines. If you're in a field setting, follow your unit's protocols for disposal of medical waste. Always replace it with a new gauze pack in your first aid kit to ensure you're prepared for future emergencies.
An empty QuickClot package should be disposed of properly according to local regulations for medical waste. If it was used in a first aid situation, ensure that any used materials are disposed of in a biohazard container if available. If it's just an empty package, you can typically discard it in the regular trash unless specific disposal instructions are provided. Always check local guidelines for any specific disposal recommendations.
Place it between the folds of the emergency bandage