Bonner County EMS System Procedures Wound Care: Hemostatic Agent- 9081

WOUND CARE- HEMOSTATIC AGENTClinical Indications and Contraindications

Clinical Indications: Serious hemorrhage that cannot be controlled by other means.

Contraindications: Wounds involving open thoracic or abdominal cavities.

PROCEDURE GUIDELINESR- EMR E – EMT BASIC A-EMTA P-PARAMEDIC **M-Medical Control **

***Higher level providers are responsible for lower level treatments*** Use personal protective equipment including gloves, gown and mask as

indicated. Apply approved, non-heat generating hemostatic agent per manufacturer’s

instructions. Supplement with direct pressure and standard hemorrhage control techniques. Cover wounds with sterile gauze/dressings. Check distal pulses, sensation and motor function to ensure the bandage is not

too tight. Monitor wounds and/or dressings throughout transport for bleeding. Document the wound assessment and care in the patient care report (PCR).

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Bonner County EMS System Procedures Wound Care: Hemostatic Agent- 9081

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