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Medical Video: Arterial Bleeding - Workplace
- Definition
What is arterial bleeding?
Arterial bleeding is the most serious type of bleeding because it can cause a large amount of blood loss in a very short period of time.
What are the signs and symptoms?
If blood gushes strong, it means that the blood comes from the arteries. The arteries contract and expand to help pump blood flow. Arteries may need more pressure to stop bleeding
- How to overcome
What should I do?
Immediately apply direct pressure by pressing the wound using a sterile cloth or clean clothing cloth (eg towels, shirts, shirts, or handkerchiefs). The pressure must be strong and carried out continuously, usually by using the palm. Actions must be done quickly, because continuous blood loss can cause shock. At the same time, run the patient to the hospital
To prevent shock, lay the patient with his feet raised 30 cm high to prevent shock symptoms (low blood pressure). If your child is pale and his hands and feet are cold, this indicates a shock will soon occur.
An arterial binder for serious bleeding in the arm or leg is needed only for unusual conditions such as: if bleeding occurs in the arteries; originating from the arm or ankle; cannot be controlled by direct pressure; and patients are very far from health facilities or Emergency Services.
Again, the use of arterial tie tourniquet is the last choice, used only when direct pressure is unsuccessful. The use of tourniquets should be avoided as much as possible because it can damage tissue that is not injured. Once the arterial tourniquet is installed, the tourniquet must be released for several seconds every 10 minutes to return blood to the body. During that time, direct pressure must be given to prevent excessive blood loss.
Put the tourniquet as follows:
- If you have a blood pressure bandage, use it as a tourniquet. The second option is to use a strong elastic bandage, if the object is not available, use a tight cloth (such as a bandana or stocking).
- Tie around the body above the wound (usually the upper arm or ankle).
- Put wood with a size of about 4-5 inches or cutlery like a spoon above the knot and tie the tourniquet once more
- Move the wood or metal handle to make sure the tourniquet is strong enough to stop bleeding.
- Tie as hard as possible so that the bond will not come off before you get to the hospital.
When should I contact medical assistance?
Contact medical assistance immediately if there is bleeding from the arteries.
- Prevention
Always be careful around sharp objects. Keep sharp objects from children and teach them that sharp objects must be treated with extreme care and not for toys.
