Control external bleeding.

Control should include

• care for open wounds, including abrasions, lacerations, avulsions, and puncture wounds
• use of various types of bandages and compresses
• application of a pressure dressing
• care for a severed body part
• care for an embedded object
• care for a nosebleed
• care for a mouth, tooth, or lip injury.

Process/Skill Questions:

• Why is it recommended to apply pressure to a wound?
• What measures other than pressure can be implemented to control bleeding?