Health Services

Stop the Bleed courses train the public to save lives through three basic actions to stop life-threatening bleeding following everyday emergencies and man-made and natural disasters.

Uncontrolled bleeding from traumatic injuries is a leading cause of preventable death. During bleeding emergencies, minutes can mean the difference between life and death. 

Recognizing the power that everyone has to prevent deaths from severe bleeding, ACS Stop the Bleed program teaches the public to safely respond to bleeding emergencies with three methods: After calling emergency personnel and ensuring the scene is safe, apply direct pressure to the wound, pack the wound with gauze or clothing, and apply a tourniquet if appropriate. These methods are simple enough for everyone to learn and effective in helping control bleeding during the critical time from injury to the arrival of emergency personnel.

To comply with the new state mandate, Wright City R-II School District has implemented the following measures:

• Bleeding Control Kits: We have placed bleeding control kits in strategic, easily accessible locations throughout all our schools. These kits are stocked with essential supplies, including tourniquets, gauze and gloves.
• Staff Training: Designated staff receive comprehensive training on how to use these kits and apply life-saving bleeding control techniques. The training focuses on three key actions: Applying direct pressure to a wound, packing a wound with gauze or clothing, and applying a tourniquet when appropriate.
• Developed Protocols: We have developed clear protocols for responding to traumatic blood loss, ensuring a coordinated and swift response in an emergency.

A severe bleeding injury can happen to anyone, at any time. 

Three Ways to Control Bleeding:

1. Use your hands to apply direct pressure to a wound.
2. Pack the wound and press
3. Apply a tourniquet

Always alert emergency services.