# Answers

### What type of tourniquet is used to control massive hemorrhage in the axilla that is too proximal for effective limb tourniquet application?

- Junctional Tourniquet

### What equipment is available in the CMC and CPP aid bag to establish access for resuscitation fluid and blood administration if IV access cannot be obtained?

- Intraosseous access equipment

### When should you inspect your JFAK, CLS bag, CMC aid bag, CPP kit and other Service-specific medical kits?

- Before, during, and after all training events and missions.

### Why is it important to consider CoTCCC recommendations on specific combat casualty care equipment?

- For many, but not all, equipment categories, the CoTCCC has made evidence-based recommendations that provide guidance on the most effective currently available lifesaving devices and equipment.
- Some medical providers will prefer certain brands based on availability and history of use, but these should not be used in lieu of a CoTCCC-recommended item if one is available.
- CoTCCC recommendations are based on scientific studies, evidence-based medicine, subject matter expert consensus, field-use testing, and/or lessons learned from the battlefield.
- Always check to ensure your kits are stocked with CoTCCC-recommended items and beware of unapproved equipment.