Question

when providing first aid for a nosebleed, which of the following should you do? (mark all of the correct responses)
pinch the nostrils shut uninterrupted with constant pressure for 10 minutes.
if bleeding does not stop, insert sterile gauze into the nostril.
have the person sit down and tilt their head back
have the person sit down and lean forward

Explanation:

• Pinching nostrils with constant pressure for 10 minutes helps stop bleeding.
• Inserting sterile gauze if bleeding persists is a valid step.
• Leaning forward (not tilting head back) prevents blood from flowing down the throat.

Answer:

• pinch the nostrils shut uninterrupted with constant pressure for 10 minutes.
• if bleeding does not stop, insert sterile gauze into the nostril.
• have the person sit down and lean forward.