Which protocol covers the control of hemorrhage?

• A. The protocol for managing burns.
• B. The protocol for managing spinal motion restriction.
• C. The protocol for managing hemorrhage.
• D. The protocol for managing pediatric seizures.

Answer: (D)

Hemorrhage control centers on quickly stopping life‑threatening bleeding and preventing shock. The protocol for managing hemorrhage is designed to recognize serious bleeding and apply proven steps to stop it: direct pressure on the wound, wound packing when needed, and tourniquet use for limb bleeds when direct pressure isn’t enough, followed by rapid transport and further care if blood loss persists. It also covers when to start advanced measures like hemostatic dressings, establishing IV access, and monitoring for signs of shock.

The other protocols address entirely different emergencies: burns management focuses on tissue injury and fluid balance from burns, spinal motion restriction aims to immobilize and protect the spine after injury, and pediatric seizures cover seizure safety, medications, and when to seek urgent care. Because stopping bleeding is the central goal of the hemorrhage protocol, it’s the one that directly covers control of hemorrhage.