USCG USCG Safety Eng
Set 7 • Question #209 of 254
Launch Interactive Practice Room A person has suffered a laceration of the arm. Severe bleeding has been controlled by using a sterile dressing and direct pressure. Which of the following actions should be taken next?
A
Apply a tourniquet to prevent the bleeding from restarting. .
B
Apply a pressure bandage over the dressing.
✓ Correct Answer
C
Remove any small foreign matter and apply antiseptic.
D
Administer fluids to assist the body in replacing the lost blood
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
Under MARPOL, SOLAS, and USCG Marine Engineering Safety regulations, regarding 'A person has suffered a laceration of the arm. Severe bleeding has been controlled by using a sterile dressing and direct pressure. Which of the following actions should be taken next', the mandated standard is: 'Apply a pressure bandage over the dressing.'.
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