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In the field, this is a dangerous, last ditch effort to control bleeding in an extremity by mechanically compressing blood vessels leading to and from said extremity. The underlying intent is to save the patient's life, perhaps at the expense of the limb.

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Where is a tourniquet placed on an injured extemity?

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What should you do if the combination of extremity elevation and direction do not control the bleeding?

Application of pressure points well depending on the extrimity or use a tourniquet.


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What should you do if the combination of extremity and direct pressure do not control the bleeding?

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What is the last method you should use to stop bleeding?

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