Question
To stop a wound from bleeding, you should
a
wash the wound thoroughly
b
remove gauze pads that have been soaked with blood.
c
raise the wounded body part above the level of the heart
d
check the wound frequently to see if it has stopped bleeding.
a
wash the wound thoroughly
b
remove gauze pads that have been soaked with blood.
c
raise the wounded body part above the level of the heart
d
check the wound frequently to see if it has stopped bleeding.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
To stop a wound from bleeding, the most appropriate action from the options given is:
**c**: raise the wounded body part above the level of the heart.
This can help reduce blood flow to the area and control bleeding.
It's also important to apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth or bandage. Once bleeding is controlled, you can then clean the wound, but removing soaked gauze pads should only be done with caution, as it may disrupt any clot that has formed. Checking the wound frequently is necessary, but it shouldn't be done at the expense of applying pressure to control bleeding.
**c**: raise the wounded body part above the level of the heart.
This can help reduce blood flow to the area and control bleeding.
It's also important to apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth or bandage. Once bleeding is controlled, you can then clean the wound, but removing soaked gauze pads should only be done with caution, as it may disrupt any clot that has formed. Checking the wound frequently is necessary, but it shouldn't be done at the expense of applying pressure to control bleeding.