ARRT Patient Care Practice Exam

Which of the following is a primary benefit of using a pressure bandage for bleeding control?

1. Promotes quick healing

2. Prevents further bleeding by applying constant pressure

3. Reduces patient pain

4. Allows for mobility during transport

The correct answer is: Prevents further bleeding by applying constant pressure

Using a pressure bandage for bleeding control is highly effective because it applies constant pressure to the wound site, which helps to stop or slow down the flow of blood. This is particularly crucial in emergencies where controlling bleeding can prevent excessive blood loss and potentially save a life. The direct and sustained pressure provided by the bandage promotes clot formation, aiding in the body's natural healing process. While promoting quick healing, reducing patient pain, and allowing for mobility during transport are valuable outcomes in emergency care, they are secondary benefits of pressure bandages. The primary purpose and most immediate benefit is to stop further bleeding, making option B the most accurate choice in this context.