Guys, I recently completed an ER clinical where we had a pt arrive by BLS truck with a 1-2 cm lac to the middle of the rt forearm. The elderly pt had apparently been bleeding for a while before help arrived. Pt was Alert upon BLS arrival and the bleeding was uncontrolled. They attempted to stop the bleed but couldn't and wrapped it in gauze and a cravat for transport. The pt completely decompensated before arrival to the ER and resuscitation was unsuccessful. I was hoping that you could help me with a few questions.
1. How long do you think it would take to bleed out from this wound? (meds unknown)
2. Is there a reason a tourniquet wouldn't be applied?
3. What would your response have been?
Thanks,
Shabo
1. How long do you think it would take to bleed out from this wound? (meds unknown)
2. Is there a reason a tourniquet wouldn't be applied?
3. What would your response have been?
Thanks,
Shabo