NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
FIRST AID
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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to stop and/or control the bleeding
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to clean the wound
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to sterilize the wound
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to reduce air getting to the wound
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Detailed explanation-1: -Pressure bandages are used to control bleeding and encourage blood clotting without constricting normal blood circulation. They help: minimize swelling. protect the wound from contamination.
Detailed explanation-2: -A compression bandage is a long strip of stretchable cloth that you can wrap around a sprain or strain. It’s also called an elastic bandage or a Tensor bandage. The gentle pressure of the bandage helps reduce swelling, so it may help the injured area feel better.
Detailed explanation-3: -Here’s what to do for a minor cut: Stop bleeding by putting pressure on the area with a tissue, gauze pad, or clean cloth. The bleeding should stop after a few minutes. If the blood soaks through the gauze or cloth, add more gauze or another cloth and apply more pressure.
Detailed explanation-4: -Cover the wound with sterile gauze or a clean cloth. Press on it firmly with the palm of your hand until bleeding stops.
Detailed explanation-5: -If continuous pressure has not stopped the bleeding, and bleeding is extremely severe (life threatening), a tourniquet can be used until medical help arrives. The tourniquet should be applied to the limb 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.5 cm) above the bleeding wound.