Vascular Access Exam Prep

Category - Vascular Access Practice Test

How many minutes can a tourniquet be left on a patient?
  1. 1 minute
  2. 2 minutes
  3. 3 minutes
  4. 4 minutes
Explanation
Answer: A - A tourniquet should be applied for no longer than one minute. Applying a tourniquet for longer than one minute, increases the risk of hemoconcentration. Hemoconcentration is an increase in red blood cells because of a decrease in plasma volume. This condition is seen in patients who are dehydrated.
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