Apply a clean pad of cotton larger than the size of the wound and press firmly with the palm until the bleeding stops.
- Place the patient in a comfortable position.
- Apply a clean pad of cotton larger than the size of the wound and press firmly with the palm until the bleeding becomes less or stops.
- If bleeding continues, add more pads of cotton without removing the older ones.
- When bleeding stops, clean the area with an antiseptic. Do not try to dislodge blood clots.
- Bandage firmly but not too tightly
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