BCEN CFRN Practice Question
A 45-year-old male was using a table saw and accidentally severed his right hand at the wrist. On arrival, the patient is bleeding profusely. What is the immediate next step in the management of this patient?
Elevate the limb and provide reassurance
Apply a tourniquet proximal to the amputation site
Cover the wound with a sterile dressing and immobilize
Apply direct pressure using sterile gauze