The document outlines a 5-step procedure called R.A.P.I.D. for applying HemaBlock Hemostatic Powder to stop bleeding. The steps are: R-Remove excess blood; A-Apply powder liberally to cover bleeders; P-Apply pressure for 1-2 minutes; I-Irrigate with saline to check for missed bleeders; D-Delivered hemostasis is evident after irrigation.
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HemaBlock 5-Step R.A.P.I.D. Application Procedure
1. HemaBlock Hemostatic Powder Application
R.A.P.I.D.
5-Step R.A.P.I.D. Application Procedure
For successful results the HemaBlock 5-Step R.A.P.I.D. Application Procedure
should be followed.
2. HemaBlock Hemostatic Powder Application
R.A.P.I.D.
Remove excess blood to easily identify bleeders and allow applying
HemaBlock Powder directly on the active bleeders.
3. HemaBlock Hemostatic Powder Application
R.A.P.I.D.
Apply liberal amount of HemaBlock Powder on the bleeders.
Be sure to completely cover the bleeding area.
Deep wounds like biopsy may require equally deep application of powder.
4. HemaBlock Hemostatic Powder Application
R.A.P.I.D.
Pressure Enough pressure needs to be applied to stop the flow of the bleeders
for approximately 1 to 2 minutes to allow time for HemaBlock Powder to create the
clot.
Use gloved finger or non-stick pad to hold pressure
5. HemaBlock Hemostatic Powder Application
R.A.P.I.D.
Irrigatethe wound area with saline solution to remove excess powder to check
for bleeders might have missed and visualize hemostasis.
6. HemaBlock Hemostatic Powder Application
R.A.P.I.D.
Deliveredhemostasis (clotting) is evident after irrigation and the wound site is
ready for traditional closure methods.