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2. Pull the free end of the

tourniquet to make it as

tight as possible and

secure the free end

3. Twist or wind the

windlass until bleeding

stops

APPLYING A TOURNIQUET

If you do have a trauma rst aid kit:

For life-threatening bleeding from an arm or leg and a

tourniquet is available:

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Apply the tourniquet

1. Wrap the tourniquet around the bleeding arm or leg about

2 to 3 inches above the bleeding site (be sure NOT to place

the tourniquet onto a joint – go above the joint if necessary)

4. Secure the windlass to

keep the tourniquet tight

5. Note the time the

tourniquet was applied

Note: A tourniquet will cause pain but it is necessary to

stop life-threatening bleeding.