Prompt recognition and control of haemorrhage are fundamental responsibilities for the emergency nurse. Nurses are often the first to identify subtle indicators of bleeding and have a central role in activating major haemorrhage protocols, initiating life-saving interventions and communicating with the wider multidisciplinary team. This article explores the pathophysiology of haemorrhage and details assessment methods and evidence-based management strategies. The author also discusses the nurse's role as clinician, advocate and communicator, alongside ethical considerations and human factors.
Matthew Osborne (Tue,) studied this question.