If a person's limb is warm before you apply a bandage and cold afterwards, what should you do?

a) Call EMS/9-1-1 immediately
b) Apply a second bandage on top of the first one
c) Move the bandage away from the injury
d) Loosen the bandage slightly

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The correct action is: d) Loosen the bandage slightly.

If a person's limb becomes cold after applying a bandage, it may be too tight, potentially restricting blood flow. Loosening the bandage can help restore circulation. If the limb does not warm up after loosening, or if there are other concerning symptoms, further medical assistance may be necessary.