Chapter 8

A child has a deep cut on their arm. The child's face is moist and very pale. What would you do first? a. Have someone call 9-1-1 or the designated emergency number b. Apply a hemostatic dressing to the wound c. Place a cold pack on the affected arm d. Apply pressure at the closest pressure point

a. Have someone call 9-1-1 or the designated emergency number

Match each term with the correct definition a. External bleeding b. Direct pressure c. Pressure bandage d. Internal bleeding e. Arteries f. Veins g. Tourniquet ___ 1. Using your gloved hand to apply pressure on the wound to control bleeding ___ 2. Bleeding that can be seen coming from a wound ___ 3. The escape of blood from an artery, vein or capillary inside the body ___ 4. A tight band placed around an arm or leg to constrict blood vessels in order to stop blow flow to a wound ___ 5. Blood vessels that carry blood from all parts of the body to the heart ___ 6. Vessels that transport blood to the capillaries for distribution to the cells ___ 7. A bandage applied snugly to maintain pressure on the wound to control bleeding

1. B 2. A 3. D 4. G 5. F 6. E 7. C

List two signs and symptoms of severe, life threatening external bleeding

Blood spurting or pouring from wound; Bleeding that fails to stop after direct pressure is applied

What type of bleeding do you suspect Chris has? The usual Saturday morning baseball game is in progress. A few spectators are standing around on the sidelines. As Milo takes a swing at a curve ball, he loses his grip on the bat, which flies several feet, hitting Chris hard on the thigh. Chris drops to the ground, clutching his leg. The skin where the leg was struck immediately becomes red and begins to swell.

Internal bleeding

Describe how to control severe, life threatening external bleeding

Put gloves on; Cover wound with dressing and press firmly against wound with gloved hand; Apply pressure bandage over dressing to maintain pressure; If blood soaks through change dressing; If gets out of hand maybe apply a tourniquet or hemostatic dressing; Monitor persons condition; Observe signs of shock; Take steps to minimize shock; Have them rest comfortably until EMS arrive; Wash hands with soap and after giving care even if you had gloves on

List five signs and symptoms of severe internal bleeding

Tender Swollen Bruised or rigid areas of the body Rapid breathing Excessive thirst