A tourniquet is a device typically a band of material ,used to apply pressure to a limb to stop or slow blood flow. It's primarily used in emergency situations to control severe bleeding from a limb or during surgical procedures to limit blood flow to the operative area. Tourniquets are designed to be applied tightly, either manually or with a mechanical device, and can be a crucial tool for preventing excessive blood loss and potentially saving lives.
A tourniquet is a device typically a band of material ,used to apply pressure to a limb to stop or slow blood flow. It's primarily used in emergency situations to control severe bleeding from a limb or during surgical procedures to limit blood flow to the operative area. Tourniquets are designed to be applied tightly, either manually or with a mechanical device, and can be a crucial tool for preventing excessive blood loss and potentially saving lives.