ssing if it becomes soaked with blood. Instead, add a new one on top
DO NOT try to clean a large wound. This can cause heavier bleeding
DO NOT try to clean a wound after you get the bleeding under control. Get medical help If a body part has been severed, such as a finger, do not put it in direct contact with ice. Wrap it in a plastic bag or cling film, then wrap it in a soft material and keep it cool. Once it is wrapped, if possible, place the severed body part in crushed ice.
Questions
1. What is the main aim for severe bleeding?
2. If someone is bleeding from a wound, what can you do to help?
a) Let the blood drain out.
b) Put pressure on the injury.
c) Tie a tourniquet above the injury.
3. How can you stop external bleeding?
a) Apply RICE - Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation
b) By applying direct to or indirect pressure around the wound
c) Run the wound under water
d) Apply an adhesive strip to the wound
Nosebleed
A human nose is rich with small fragile blood vessels which are susceptible to damage. A nosebleed may be caused by a fall, a strike to the nose, or even from breathing excessively dry air.
If the nosebleed is not a symptom of a more serious injury, it is rarely dangerous and can usually be stopped by applying continuous pressure.
Do NOT tilt the victims head backward.
Have the victim sit or stand upright to slow down the flow of blood.
Loosen any tight clothing around the victims neck.
If possible, have the victim spit out excess saliva - swallowing may disturb the clot and cause nausea.
Pinch the nostrils shut and press the tip of the nose against the bones of the face.
Maintain pressure for 5 to 10 minutes.
Once the
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