COMLEX Osteopathic Medicine

Category - Tissue Trauma

When severe soft tissue injury occurs and first level first aid like direct pressure and elevation does not work, what is recommended?
  1. To stop elevation
  2. Provide direct pressure to pulse points
  3. Give up hope
  4. Both A and C
Explanation
Answer - B - When first level first aid does not work for soft tissue injury, direct pressure to a pulse point can be extremely effective. Pulse points are where arteries come in close contact with the skin. By applying pressure to them, you can slow arterial blood flow to help control blood loss.
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