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Guide #5Severe Bleeding and shock
Emergency Action Steps
Assess Scene.
If the Scene is unsafe or at any time becomes unsafe, GET
OUT!
Assess Victim.
Victim is responsive? Identify yourself; ask if it’s
ok to help. If the victim appears weak, seriously ill or injured…
Alert. EMS
(call 9-11) or activate Emergency Action Plan.
Attend to the ABCs.
Assure an open airway and normal breathing then control bleeding.
Apply Direct Pressure
Rip or cut away the clothing so the wound can be seen.
Place an absorbent pad directly over the wound.
Victim can do this for themselves if they are able.
Apply pressure bandage
Wrap an elastic bandage snugly over the pad to maintain
pressure and hold the gauze in place
Snugly means a finger can be slipped under the bandage.
If Bleeding continues…
Or the first dressings become soaked with blood, apply more
pads, dressings, and maintain direct pressure.
Do not remove the first dressings.
Manage shock
Keep the victim flat
Assure an open airway and adequate breathing
Keep the bleeding under control.
Prevent chilling or overheating
It is best to leave the victim lying flat
If it’s available and you are properly trained, give
emergency oxygen.
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