too tightly or the axillary artery will be compressed,adversely affecting the circulation of the arm. Figure3–23 shows the proper application of a cravat bandagefor the axilla.BATTLE DRESSINGA battle dressing is a combination compress andbandage in which a sterile gauze pad is fastened to agauze, muslin, or adhesive bandage (fig. 3–24). MostNavy first aid kits contain both large and small battledressings of this kind.RESCUE AND TRANSPORTATIONLEARNING OBJECTIVE:I d e n t i f yprotective equipment items that are used duringpatient rescues, and recall how and when eachprotective equipment item should be used.It is a basic principle of first aid that an injuredperson must be given essential treatment before beingmoved. However, it is impossible to treat an injuredperson who is in a position of immediate danger. If thevictim is drowning, or if his life is endangered by fire,steam, electricity, poisonous or explosive gases, orother hazards, rescue must take place before first aidtreatment can be given.The life of an injured person may well dependupon the manner in which rescue and transportation toa medical treatment facility are accomplished. Rescueoperations must be accomplished quickly, butunnecessary haste is both futile and dangerous. Afterrescue and essential first aid treatment have beengiven, further transportation must be accomplished ina manner that will not aggravate the injuries. As aCorpsman, it may be your responsibility todirect—and be the primary rescuer in—theseoperations. The life and safety of the victim and themembers of the rescue team may rest on yourdecisions.In this section, we will consider the use ofcommon types of protective equipment; rescueprocedures; special rescue situations; ways of moving3-12Figure 3–21.—Cravat bandage for the elbow or knee.Figure 3–22.—Cravat bandage for the arm, forearm, leg, or thigh.Figure 3–23.—Cravat bandage for the axilla.
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