Figure 3–14.—Triangular bandage for the chest.

When necessary, a cravat can be improvised from common items such as T-shirts, bed linens, trouser legs, scarves, or any other item of pliable and durable material that can be folded, torn, or cut to the desired size. Cravat Bandage for Head.—This bandage is useful to control bleeding from wounds of the scalp or forehead. After placing a compress over the wound, place the center of the cravat over the compress and carry the ends around to the opposite side; cross them, continue to carry them around to the starting point, and tie in a square knot. Cravat Bandage for Eye.—After applying a compress to the affected eye, place the center of the cravat over the compress and on a slant so that the lower end is inclined downward. Bring the lower end around under the ear on the opposite side. Cross the ends in back of the head, bring them forward, and tie them over the compress. Figure 3–19 shows the proper application of a cravat bandage for the eye. 3-9 Figure 3–14.—Triangular bandage for the chest. Figure 3–15.—Triangular bandage for the hip or buttock.