Group 10 · First aid · Question 3 of 51

When providing first aid for a nosebleed, you should:

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Answer and explanation

Correct answer: Tilt the person’s head forward and pinch the upper part of the nose.

Explanation

For a nosebleed, tilt the victim's head forward and press the nose: the blood flows out instead of down the throat, and the pressure helps stop the bleeding. Tilting the head back lets blood run into the throat, where it can be swallowed or inhaled, and simply waiting for the bleeding to stop on its own only prolongs the blood loss.

Source: the official question bank of the Road Police of Armenia (roadpolice.am (opens in a new tab))

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