It is important to understand how to administer a tourniquet and train regularly in various situations to administer it quickly and effectively. Go high or die: Apply a tourniquet by placing it on the highest point of the injured extremity, regardless of the location of the injury. You are expected to deal with serious injuries. Your quick actions may make a difference in the survival of a subject or a victim.
Type: Video
Length: 2:16
Publication Date: June 2021
Agencies: VALOR Officer Safety and Wellness Program
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