Question # 30

A patient has a large open femur fracture with severe bleeding. What is the FIRST step?

Options:

A.

Apply a traction splint

B.

Apply direct pressure, then a tourniquet if needed

C.

Elevate the leg above the heart

D.

Pack wound with hemostatic gauze only

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