"Our destruction... will be from another quarter. From the inattention of the people to the concerns of their government, from their carelessness and negligence..."
...Daniel Webster, June 1, 1837
If you have to use Quikclot, it's more than likely going to be for massive hemorrage. I've seen it used twice...once for a severed femoral artery (soldier unfortunately died within the hour) and again for two GSW's to the right thigh, but no arterial bleeding in that case.
If you buy those "sponges"...here's a hint: the Combat Guaze is just that: a guaze. You have to stuff it very tightly into the wound and hold pressure for about 3 minutes or else the blood clotting advantage of the Quikclot won't be used. I do not recommend the powders simply because it's the same deal: you have to apply direct pressure for 3 minutes and in that time you will burn the hell out of yourself if you don't have enough guaze between your hand and the wound.
A cut or gash doesn't warrant the use of QuikClot. You're better off applying a pressure dressing and move on. Seriously, unless you have severe bleeding, do NOT use that stuff. Once you commit to its application, if you don't use it properly you'll end up doing more harm than good.
"Take a knee, drink some water, and drive on. If all else fails, throw some dirt on it."
I carry Quikclot in my kit. Make sure you get the new stuff that does not heat up so fast.
I have also heard good stuff about celulox.
US Army Military Police 97-03
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