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Tourniquet: meaning, definitions and examples

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tourniquet

 

[ หˆtสŠษ™rnษชkษชt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical device

A tourniquet is a medical device used to control blood loss from a wound. It works by constricting blood vessels, effectively stopping blood flow to an injured area. Tourniquets are commonly used in emergency situations, especially in cases of severe bleeding, such as after traumatic injuries. They can be applied by trained medical personnel or first responders. Proper application and timing are critical to avoid complications such as tissue damage.

Synonyms

clamp, occlusive bandage, pressure bandage.

Examples of usage

  • The paramedic applied a tourniquet to the injured leg.
  • In cases of severe bleeding, a tourniquet can save lives.
  • It's important to know how to properly use a tourniquet in emergencies.

Translations

Translations of the word "tourniquet" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น torniquete

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเฅ‚เคฐเฅเคจเคฟเค•เฅ‡เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tourniquet

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tourniquet

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ัƒั€ะฝั–ะบะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ opaska uciskowa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆญข่ก€ๅธฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท garrotte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ torniquete

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท turnike

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง€ํ˜ˆ๋Œ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุตุงุจุฉ ุถุบุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ turniket

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ turniket

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆญข่ก€ๅธฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ turniket

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ snรบra

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐะนะปะฐะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒฃแƒ แƒœแƒ˜แƒ™แƒ”แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ turan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ torniquete

Etymology

The term 'tourniquet' originates from the French word 'tourniquet', which means 'a turn or twist'. The word evolved in the late 18th century, primarily relating to the use of devices to apply pressure to limbs to control bleeding. Historical references can be found in military medicine, especially during the Napoleonic Wars when the prevalence of traumatic injuries necessitated effective bleeding control. The modern tourniquet has undergone significant advancements, transitioning from rudimentary devices to sophisticated, easily-applied medical tools. In contemporary medical practice, tourniquets are essential in trauma care, reflecting their importance in saving lives during critical situations.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,928, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.