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3: Bleeding, Shock, and Soft Tissue Injuries
Severe
Bleeding COS and shock
Life cannot continue without
an adequate amount of blood to carry oxygen to body tissues.
The longer a victim bleeds from a major wound, the less likely
they are to survive. Excessive bleeding Will lead to shock.
Shock results in a dangerous drop in blood flow and a lack
of oxygen to body tissues. Shock will lead to death if not
treated promptly.
Condition Signs and First Aid Symptoms
Severe External Bleeding
A large amount of blood Apply Direct
Is pumping, gushing
Or pouring from an Open wound.
Pain, Shock
First Aid
Direct Pressure is considered the The most safe and effective
technique that can be used in the control of bleeding.
Internal Bleeding
Abdominal pain
Blood in stool, urine, vomit
Shock
Care for shock: See below
Shock
Early
Victim appears uneasy, restless or worried
Later on
Changes
in responsiveness
Cool wet skin from If it’s available heavy sweating.
pale or bluish tissue color
Shivering
Intense thirst
Nausea, vomiting
Shallow or gasping breathing
Below normal body temperature
preserve oxygen
Keep airway open
Assure normal Breathing
Control severe Bleeding.
Maintain normal Body temperature, Prevent chilling, or Overheating
If it's available and you are
properly trained, give emergency oxygen.
It is best to leave the victim lying flat, especially when
there are
serious injuries to the pelvis, lower limbs, head, chest,
abdomen, neck, or back.
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