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The tourniquet is an elastic cord, which is used to stop bleeding in the case of hemorrhages that cannot be otherwise stopped, usually in the case of limb wounds. It is applied above the wound, to reduce the arterial pressure in the wound area. It is not applied directly on the skin but over a piece of bandage or other soft material, and a note is necessarily attached on which the victim's name and the exact time of the application of the tourniquet are written. In the absence of a tourniquet, a scarf, belt, strap, tie, cord, elastic, etc. can be used.

Although in the past it was recommended to loosen the tourniquet every 15 minutes to allow blood supply to the limb, the practice is no longer recommended at present, because it can worsen the victim's condition. Consult specialized personnel by calling 112 before performing this maneuver.

The correct answer is: A

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First aid course --> First aid course