Group 10 · First aid · Question 22 of 51

If internal abdominal bleeding is suspected, first aid requires you to:

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Answer and explanation

Correct answer: Lay the injured person down and apply a cold compress to the injured area.

Explanation

With suspected internal abdominal bleeding, lay the person down and put a cold compress on the injured area: cold narrows the vessels and slows the bleeding. Heat increases it, a tight bandage does not stop internal bleeding, and the person should not be given fluids.

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