Chapter 8 Study Questions

Match each term with the correct definition.

• Direct pressure

• Bleeding that can be seen coming from a wound

• External bleeding

• A tight band placed around an arm or leg to constrict blood vessels in order to stop blood flow to a wound

• Pressure bandage

• The escape of blood from an artery, vein or capillary inside the body

• Tourniquet

• A bandage applied snugly to maintain pressure on the wound to control bleeding

• Internal bleeding

• Using your gloved hand to apply pressure on the wound to control bleeding

​ (a)   ​ -Blood vessels that carry blood from all parts of the body to the heart

​ (b)   -Vessels that transport blood to the capillaries for distribution to the cells

• Veins
• Arteries
• Capillaries

List two signs and symptoms of severe, life-threatening external bleeding

Describe how to control severe, life-threatening external bleeding.

List five signs and symptoms of severe internal bleeding

What type of bleeding do you suspect Chris has?

A child has a deep cut on their arm. The child’s face is moist and very pale. What would you do first?

• Have someone call 9-1-1 or the designated emergency number.

• Apply a hemostatic dressing to the wound.

• Place a cold pack on the affected arm.

• Apply pressure at the closest pressure point.