The first action to control severe external bleeding is to:
- AApply a cold pack only
- BGive the casualty a drink
- CElevate the head
- DApply firm direct pressure to the woundCorrect
Why: Apply firm direct pressure to the wound to control bleeding.
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| Sections | Primary Survey & Priorities · CPR & Unresponsive Casualty · Bleeding & Wounds · Choking · Recovery Position & Shock |
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| Our bank | 19 questions · updated August 2026Written from HSE |
| Languages | English |
| Source | HSE |
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