Is it safe to use a tourniquet for a head wound?

Question

Is it safe to use a tourniquet for a head wound?

Answer 1

No, you would be up to YOUR neck in trouble.

Answer 2

Yes - A safe way to despatch someone to their final destination!

Answer 3

Apparently it is not. Using a tourniquet for wounds can lead to gangrene according to my First Aid book.

Hope that helps. :-)

Answer 4

Yes as their head will fall off and therefore limit the need for further care!

Answer 5

NO.  Tourniquets are not used for ANY wound these days.  For a cut on the head, use a clean, dry cloth or towel, and apply pressure.  If there is glass in the wound, seek medical treatment, but don't try to pick the pieces out yourself.  Rinse any dirt away from the cut with clear running water (use a jug).  Don't apply any creams or ointments.

Answer 6

Yes, stick it round your neck and tie as tight as possible!

Answer 7

Yes they are called hangman nooses

Answer 8

In a word NO