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First Aid: Arterial Bleeding Video
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Video at a Glance
- This video provides a review of exterior arterial bleeding.
- Exterior arterial bleeding doesn’t happen that often because the arteries are very well protected.
- Arterial bleeding means the person has experienced significant trauma.
- The blood composition is very well-oxygenated. It is also very thin, so it can slip out of a vessel easily.
- The blood is also being pumped out under pressure. -A torn artery is the worst scenario.
- Make sure to ask the patient if they are taking any anticoagulants.
- Wear full BSI when treating arterial bleeding.
- Direct pressure is always first.
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