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AFA-3

Control External Bleeding

Function: Provide medical first aid

Competence Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency Task

Apply immediate first aid in the event of accident or illness on board

X1.04 Examination of casualty or patient

Control External Bleeding

Assessed in: PE-0032 STCW Medical Care Provider

Condition

Given a simulated victim.

Behavior

  1. Apply the emergency action steps: Check - Call - Care
  2. Apply basic precautions to reduce the risk of disease transmission when controlling bleeding.
  3. Cover the wound with a dressing, and press firmly against the wound (direct pressure).
  4. Elevate the injured area above the level of the heart if you do not suspect that the victim has a broken bone and if you can do so without causing the victim pain.
  5. Cover the dressing with a roller bandage and tie the knot directly over the wound.
  6. If bleeding does not stop-
    • Apply additional dressings and bandages.
    • Use a pressure point to squeeze the artery against the bone.
    • Call, or have someone else call, 911 or the workplace emergency number.
    • Provide care for shock.

Standard

  1. Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice
  2. Risk of harm to self and others is minimized