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Tourniquet

Description:

A tourniquet is a device used in medical emergencies to control bleeding by constricting blood flow to a limb or a specific body part. It is typically composed of a band and a mechanical fastening mechanism, such as a buckle or hook and loop closure.

Tourniquets are used to apply pressure to a blood vessel, which stops or significantly reduces blood flow beyond the point of application. They are commonly used in situations where direct pressure or other methods are insufficient to control severe bleeding.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. A device used to constrict blood vessels and stop bleeding.
2. A tightly wound bandage or cloth used as a makeshift tourniquet in emergency situations.
3. An instrument used in surgery to temporarily occlude blood vessels.

Usages:

Popular Usage: Tourniquets are essential in emergency medical kits, military settings, and for first responders.

Local Usage: Tourniquets are often utilized by surgeons during limb surgeries to restrict blood flow to the operative site.

Sample Sentences:

• 1. In case of severe bleeding, apply a tourniquet proximal to the wound to control the hemorrhage.
• 2. The hiker used his belt as an improvised tourniquet to slow down the bleeding from the deep gash.
• 3. The surgeon skillfully placed the tourniquet around the patient's arm to prevent excessive blood loss during the operation.

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