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$Pages,3
$Title,Bleeding
$Page1
$Sounds,STL11,STL12,STL13
$SubTitle,Signs To Look For
$Text, Determine if blood is flowing from a vein or artery or both:
$Text, Arterial bleeding is bright red and spurts from a wound. It is critical because blood is pumped out at a fast rate.
$Text, Venous bleeding is darker red and flows steadily.
$End1
$Page2
$QT,Bleeding
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$SubTitle,Immediate Treatment
$Text,1. As with all serious injuries: Check and maintain an open airway, restore breathing and circulation.
$Text,2. Raise the limb above the victim's heart if you don't suspect a broken bone.
$Text,3. Apply direct, constant pressure with a clean compress.
$End2
$Page3
$QT,Bleeding
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$QT2,20833,25166
$SubTitle,Immediate Treatment
$Text,4. If bleeding slows or stops, apply a pressure bandage to secure the compress.
$Text,5. If you can't stop the bleeding, call emergency medical help.
$End3