In Moldovan first-aid guidelines for road accidents, where on the body should a tourniquet be placed relative to a severely bleeding limb wound?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. 5 to 7 centimetres above the bleeding wound, closer to the heart, never over a joint
- Step 1: Place the tourniquet 5 to 7 cm proximal to the wound (between wound and heart), never directly over an elbow or knee joint. Answer: 5 to 7 centimetres above the bleeding wound, closer to the heart, never over a joint. Why not the others: Placing it below the wound or on a joint is ineffective and dangerous.
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