Which of the following statements indicates that the speaker understands the application of a tourniquet?
a. "A tourniquet should be applied tightly enough so that arterial blood flow distal to the tourniquet is completely stopped."
b. "If the tourniquet appears to have stopped the bleeding, you should loosen it slightly to allow a small amount of blood to perfuse the tissues."
c. "Arteries run close to the body's surface in a joint, so the best place to apply a tourniquet is over the joint just above the artery."
d. "A tourniquet should be applied only when directed by medical control."
Answer: a
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