Elevation
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11-29-2003, 05:00 PM
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Elevation
A technique in which an extremity is elevated above the heart to reduce pressure in the veins of certain areas of the body, thereby limiting bleeding. This works best with minor lacerations and abrasions located on the extremities.
    
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