I actually had a lot of fun tracking the information down. Learned a lot about QuikCLot and zeolites in general.

The cauterize explanation, while not correct, isn't really harmful. I agree with you that it will probably keep the misuse to a minimum. I mean, which are you most likely to remember:

(1) QuikClot is a member of the zeolite family. It works by adsorption of water resulting in increased clotting factor concentration which causes rapid clot formation. There is a blood volume dependent exothermic reaction which can cause minor burns.

(2)QuikClot gets hot enough to cauterize the wound. Use with extreme caution.

<img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />