After applying a tourniquet to a soldier's leg and moving them to safety, what should you do with the tourniquet?

The best course of action after applying a tourniquet to a soldier’s leg and moving them to safety is to leave it in place until medical help arrives. A tourniquet is a critical tool in controlling life-threatening extremity bleeding, and it should not be removed or loosened once applied.

When a tourniquet is in place, it is effectively occluding blood flow to the wound, which is essential for preventing excessive blood loss. Removing or loosening the tourniquet could lead to renewed bleeding and potentially put the soldier's life at risk. There may be a moment when further assessment of the wound is necessary, but this should not come at the expense of the stability that a properly applied tourniquet provides.

Any additional examination or treatment to control bleeding after tourniquet application should take place in conjunction with medical professionals who can take further action as needed. Thus, it is crucial to maintain the tourniquet until advanced care can be provided, allowing for the best possible outcome for the injured soldier.