what+to+do+when+bleeding

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for external bleeding; requirements-water, cloth, gauze, rubber gloves 1. wash the wound with water. 2. place a piece of gauze or a clean cloth. try to use rubber gloves to prevent infection. if possible, raise the bleeding part above the heart 3. apply steady, direct pressure to the wound for about 5 minutes using the palm of your hand. do not stop during this period. 4. if blood soaks through the gauze, do not remove, but apply another one on top and continue pressure. 5. call your doctor if; -bleeding doesn't stop. -the wound is on the face or neck -the cause was and animal or human bite, burn, electrical injury, or puncture wound. -cut is big, or appears to be deep

For minor bleeding; requirements-water, soap(optional), bandage, gauze, tape 1. wash your hands!! 2. rinse the wound thoroughly with water 3. wash the wound with a mild soap and rinse thoroughly(optional) 4. cover the wound with adhesive bandage or gauze and adhesive tape. 5. examine the wound daily. 6. remove and apply a new one if the bandage gets wet. when a scab is formed, bandage is no longer necessary. 7. call your doctor if the wound is red, swollen, tender, warm, or draining pus.