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The tourniquet is an elastic cord, which is used for stopping 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 area of the wound. 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 loosening the tourniquet every 15 minutes was recommended to allow blood supply to the limb, the practice is no longer recommended today, because it can worsen the victim's condition. Consult specialized personnel by calling 112 before performing this maneuver.

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