A crash victim is bleeding heavily from the leg. What aid should you give while waiting for responders?

• A.Remove any object stuck in the wound right away
• B.Tell the person to walk around to keep circulation going
• C.Give the person food and water to prevent shock
• D.Apply firm direct pressure on the wound with a clean cloth or dressing

Why

Direct pressure is the basic first response to serious external bleeding and can be maintained until medical help arrives. Food, drink, and removing embedded objects can all make the victim's condition worse.

Manual topic: Accidents - Care for the Injured · From the General Knowledge practice bank (GK-152).

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