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A worker has a long laceration on the forearm with bright red spurting blood. After direct pressure for several minutes the bleeding continues. You should:
Uncontrolled limb hemorrhage — tourniquet. The correct answer is "Apply a tourniquet high on the arm and call EMS". This reflects the accepted standard for the
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Question: A worker has a long laceration on the forearm with bright red spurting blood. After direct pressure for several minutes the bleeding continues. You should:
Answer options: ✅ Apply a tourniquet high on the arm and call EMS
- Remove the dressing
- Stop pressing
- Use a cold compress
Correct answer: Apply a tourniquet high on the arm and call EMS
Explanation: Uncontrolled limb hemorrhage — tourniquet. The correct answer is "Apply a tourniquet high on the arm and call EMS". This reflects the accepted standard for the firstaid assessment and aligns with the official handbook for this competency.
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