For heavy bleeding from a casualty arm, the most effective action is…
En español: Ante una hemorragia abundante en un brazo de un herido, lo más eficaz es…
A
Just rinse it with cold water
B
Apply direct pressure and elevate the limb
Correct answer
C
Apply ice for an hour
D
Wait for it to clot on its own
Why this is the correct answer
Apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth or gauze and raise the affected limb above the heart if possible.
Topic:
Accidents and First Aid