Wound Packing Simulator

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Part of NREMT Skillset
Parent NREMT Skillset
Required by Circulation
Hemorrhage Control
Grapefruit
Grapefruit

A grapefruit makes an excellent practice simulator for wound packing. Select a medium sized grapefruit, and cut a hole in the top of the rind so that the central "pithy" area of the grapefruit is accessible. Pack rolled dressing in using the finger over finger technique

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