What is the recommended first-aid treatment for a nosebleed?

What is the recommended first-aid treatment for a nosebleed?

• A. Sit upright, lean forward, pinch the nostrils for 5-10 minutes, apply cold compress, and avoid blowing or plugging the nose.
• B. Lie down and breathe through mouth; apply heat.
• C. Blow nose hard to stop bleeding quickly.
• D. Drink water and wait; no action.

Answer: (A)

The main idea is to stop the bleeding by directing flow forward, applying steady pressure, and using a cooling effect to slow the vessels. Sit the person up and slightly lean the head forward so blood doesn’t run down the throat. Then pinch the soft part of the nose right below the bony bridge with a firm grip for about 5 to 10 minutes without letting go. The goal is to compress the bleeding vessels and give the clot a chance to form. A cold pack or ice wrapped in cloth placed on the bridge of the nose helps constrict small vessels and reduce bleeding. Do not blow the nose, do not insert anything into the nostrils, and avoid lying down, since these actions can dislodge the forming clot or cause blood to flow back into the throat. If bleeding continues after 10–15 minutes of pressure, or if it is very heavy, seek medical help. Recurrent nosebleeds or symptoms after trauma also warrant professional evaluation.

The main idea is to stop the bleeding by directing flow forward, applying steady pressure, and using a cooling effect to slow the vessels. Sit the person up and slightly lean the head forward so blood doesn’t run down the throat. Then pinch the soft part of the nose right below the bony bridge with a firm grip for about 5 to 10 minutes without letting go. The goal is to compress the bleeding vessels and give the clot a chance to form. A cold pack or ice wrapped in cloth placed on the bridge of the nose helps constrict small vessels and reduce bleeding. Do not blow the nose, do not insert anything into the nostrils, and avoid lying down, since these actions can dislodge the forming clot or cause blood to flow back into the throat.

If bleeding continues after 10–15 minutes of pressure, or if it is very heavy, seek medical help. Recurrent nosebleeds or symptoms after trauma also warrant professional evaluation.