Question 122Safety & Environmental - QMED70% to pass
In all but the most severe cases, bleeding from a wound should be controlled by _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) applying direct pressure to the wound.
In the vast majority of cases, applying direct pressure to the wound is the recommended method for controlling bleeding. This helps to compress the blood vessels and promote clotting. Applying a tourniquet (B) should only be used in severe cases of heavy, uncontrolled bleeding, as improper use can cause further damage. Submerging the wound in water (C) or cooling it with ice (D) are not effective ways to control bleeding and could potentially introduce infection.
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