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Improvised PHTs were frequently utilized. PHTs were clinically indicated in 51% of patients. Overall, 39 patients (27%) had a PHT that was inappropriately placed, five of which resulted in significant morbidity. In summary, prehospital tourniquet application has become widely adopted in the civilian setting, frequently performed by civilian and non-EMS personnel. Of PHTs placed, nearly half had no clear indication for placement and over a quarter of PHTs were misapplied with notable associated morbidity. Results suggest that the topi