Massive Hemorrhage

Learn why the effectiveness and safety of a tourniquet depend on its width. Wider tourniquets create deeper pressure with less force, reducing the risk of nerve and tissue damage while still stopping arterial blood flow. This video breaks down the science behind tourniquet width. Understand the gear. Apply it correctly. Be ready when it counts.

Understand the best option for placement of the CAT tourniquet based on the situation, injury, and training available.

Understand the best option for placement of the CAT tourniquet based on the situation, injury, and training available.

Demonstration of how to apply the C-A-T Tourniquet and explanation of how it works to stop the flow of blood.

The C-A-T® is a single-use medical device and has no shelf life as long as it remains unused, in protective packaging, and stored in a dry, dark, climate-controlled space.

Why is it important to remove the slack out of a tourniquet before you start tightening?