When is it appropriate to remove a tourniquet applied to a limb?

Removing a tourniquet should occur when emergency medical services arrive and take over patient care. In an emergency situation, tourniquets are utilized to control severe bleeding from limb injuries, and their application is often a temporary measure. Once trained professionals are available, they can assess the situation and determine the safest approach for managing the injury, including whether to maintain the tourniquet or to transition to other methods of bleeding control.

Maintaining a tourniquet for extended periods can increase the risk of complications, such as tissue damage or limb loss. Therefore, the decision to remove it should be made by healthcare professionals who can closely monitor the patient's condition and implement appropriate treatments.