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Stopping a bleed with direct pressure

/Bleeding /Stopping a bleed with direct pressure
  • 17th February 2018
  • Keith Sleightholm
  • Bleeding
Types of Bleed

bleedingThe initial and most effective way of stopping a bleeding is by direct pressure. This means applying pressure over the wound to stem the blood flow and allow clotting to take place. This can be done with your hand or with the use of a pressure first aid dressing.

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