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A friend has a deep cut that is bleeding hard. What should you do first to slow it?

Press firmly on the wound with gauze or a clean cloth.

  1. Run it under a cold faucet
  2. Press firmly on it with a clean cloth ✔
  3. Wave it in the air to dry

Why: Firm, steady pressure right on the wound is the main way to control bleeding. Keep pressing until it stops, and call 911 if the cut is deep.

Huh, didn't know that: Mayo Clinic says to call 911 if a wound is deep or you are not sure how serious it is.

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Sources

  1. Severe bleeding: First aid (Mayo Clinic) https://www.mayoclinic.org/first-aid/first-aid-severe-bleeding/basics/art-20056661

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