Emergency bleeding control
Emergency Bleeding Control
Emergency bleeding control (pronunciation: /ɪˈmɜːdʒənsi ˈbliːdɪŋ kənˈtrəʊl/) refers to the immediate actions taken to stop or reduce hemorrhage from a wound or injury. The term is often used in the context of first aid and trauma care.
Etymology
The term "emergency" originates from the Latin emergere, meaning "to rise out" or "to bring to light". "Bleeding" comes from the Old English blēdan, meaning "to bleed". "Control" is derived from the Middle French contreroller, meaning "to check or restrain".
Techniques
There are several techniques used in emergency bleeding control, including:
- Direct pressure: This is the most common and effective method. It involves applying pressure directly to the wound with a clean cloth or bandage.
- Elevation: Raising the wound above the level of the heart can help reduce bleeding.
- Pressure points: Pressure can be applied to specific points on the body to slow blood flow to the wound.
- Tourniquet: A device used to constrict blood flow to a limb in severe cases of bleeding.
Related Terms
- Hemostasis: The process of stopping the flow of blood within the body.
- Coagulation: The process by which blood changes from a liquid to a gel, forming a clot to stop bleeding.
- Hemorrhage: Excessive or uncontrolled bleeding.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Emergency bleeding control
- Wikipedia's article - Emergency bleeding control
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