Bleeding
BEFORE INITIATING ANY FIRST AID TO CONTROL BLEEDING, BE SURE TO WEAR HEALTH CARE
GLOVES TO AVOID CONTACT OF THE VICTIM’S BLOOD WITH YOUR SKIN.
TREATMENT
- Act quickly. Have victim lie down. Elevate injured limb higher than heart unless you suspect a broken bone.
- Control bleeding by applying direct pressure on the wound with a sterile pad or clean cloth.
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- If bleeding is controlled by direct pressure, bandage firmly to protect wound. Check pulse to be sure bandage is not too tight.
- If bleeding is not controlled by use of direct pressure, apply a tourniquet only as a last resort.
- Call for professional medical help immediately.
- If you are bleeding and have no one to help you, call for professional medical help.
Lie down, so your body weight applies pressure to the bleeding site.