4 Tips to Stop Someone From Bleeding to Death

During a major disaster hospitals are likely to be overcrowded or closed, which means you shouldn’t count on a nurse or doctor to help you. They could either be too busy helping people with more serious injuries, or they could be hunkering down with their families. You and your friends and family are going to have to help one another, so if someone gets a deep cut you’ll need to know how to stop the bleeding.

And don’t try to plan on not getting hurt. If something terrible happens in your city, you will likely find it necessary to go rummaging for supplies and equipment, and you may have to trudge through fields and climb fences to get where you need to go. You might also find it necessary to reinforce your doors and walls, build temporary shelters, hunt for wild game, etc. All of these are activities in which you could get injured, and one of the most common injuries is a bad cut that won’t stop bleeding.

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I’m sure you’ve seen in the movies where people put pressure on wounds or make tourniquets, but how exactly does this work? Here’s what you need to know:

1. If Possible, Raise the Injured Body Part Above the Heart – Gravity will stop the blood from flowing so quickly and make it easier to stop.

2. Put Pressure on the Wound – Blood will not clot until it stops flowing. The best thing to use is gauze as it helps blood stick together. But if none is available, use a thick cloth. If the blood soaks through, add another layer. Don’t remove a layer! Doing so will rip away clotting agents and you’ll have to start over. Keep the pressure on for at least 15 minutes, though sometimes it may take as long as an hour.

3. Use Pressure Points – These are areas where blood vessels are close to the surface. If you press here, blood flow will be slowed. Be certain the point is somewhere between the wound and the heart, otherwise it will have no effect. Common pressure points: between the shoulder and elbow, behind the knee, groin area along the bikini line.

4. Use a Tourniquet – This should be a last resort as it is somewhat dangerous, but if you must, use a tourniquet. If you don’t have one, you can make one with a folded cloth or a wide belt. Never use a thin rope, wire or string as this could cut off too much blood and the entire limb could be damaged or even lost. Tie the tourniquet between the wound and the heart, several inches above the wound. Use a simple square knot, like tying shoes without a bow. Push a stick through the knot and twist to tighten. Loosen the tourniquet every half hour or so to see if it is still needed.

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When the bleeding has stopped, bind the wound with a tight bandage and apply an ice pack for 10 minutes. You’ll also need to clean and protect the wound, but I’ll save that for another post. For now, check out this article.

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SOURCE: www.us-crisis.com

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