Blood flowing from a cut artery appears:
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Option C: Bright red and squirting
Arterial bleeding is characterized by bright red, oxygenated blood that spurts in rhythm with the heartbeat. This high-pressure flow indicates a severed artery, requiring immediate, aggressive pressure application to prevent rapid exsanguination, as emphasized in STCW-compliant first aid training for maritime personnel managing severe trauma on board.
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Arterial bleeding is characterized by bright red, oxygenated blood that spurts in rhythm with the heartbeat. This high-pressure flow indicates a severed artery, requiring immediate, aggressive pressure application to prevent rapid exsanguination, as emphasized in STCW-compliant first aid training for maritime personnel managing severe trauma on board.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Elementary First Aid (EFA).
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