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Gunshot Wound
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A gunshot wound is a very serious, life threatening injury. Always maintain personal safety before assisting others. It is essential to give first aid and get emergency medical help immediately. Gunshot wounds are reportable injuries in ALL states.

Symptoms

Steps
1   Make sure it is safe for you to help the person. If it is not safe, do not attempt to help. Activate EMS without delay.
2   Do not move the person unless you have to keep them safe or to access care
3   Control bleeding by placing a clean pad over the wound and applying pressure directly to the wound.
4   Monitor for signs of shock. Stay with the person and keep talking to the person to reassure them. Wait for help to arrive.
Warnings
DO NOT use a tourniquet unless bleeding cannot be stopped by direct pressure. Use a tourniquet only as a last resort.
Always look for an exit wound
Tips
A person who reaches a medical facility quickly has a much better likelihood of surviving.
If you do not have a compress for the wound, use a gloved hand.
When applying bandages to stop bleeding, add new bandages over the old and do not remove bandages when they become soaked
Suggestions
CPR - Compression Only Adult
Gunshot Wound
Gunshot Wound To The Chest
Shock
 
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