The term "bleeding" refers to the discharge of blood from a vein in any part of the body. If a person is injured and bleeding, immediate efforts should be made to reduce the blood loss. Usually, you should be able to control the bleeding without much difficulty. But in more severe cases, uncontrolled or severe bleeding can cause shock, circulatory disorders, or even more severe health effects such as major tissue and organ damage that can lead to death. Follow the steps below to control the bleeding.
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Method 1 of 3: Stopping Minor Bleeding Due to Minor Wounds
Step 1. Use water
Running water not only cleans the wound, it also helps to stop the bleeding. Run cold water along the wound to narrow the blood vessels and stop the bleeding. The same thing with hot water will cauterize the wound, so the blood will clot. Don't use hot and cold water at the same time – just one should do.
- You can use ice cubes instead of cold water to close arteries. Hold the piece of ice for a few seconds until the wound closes and stops bleeding.
- If you have several minor cuts on your body, a hot shower will wash away all the blood and cauterize multiple wounds at once.
Step 2. Apply Vaseline
Vaseline's waxy texture can block blood flow outside the skin when applied topically. Thus, the blood in the wound has time to clot. You can use lip balm if you don't have regular Vaseline on hand.
Step 3. Apply vinegar
The astringent properties of vinegar can help clean wounds from germs and clot blood in small cuts. Apply a small amount of white vinegar to the wound with a cotton ball, and wait for the bleeding to stop.
Step 4. Try using witch hazel
Similar to white vinegar, witch hazel acts as a natural astringent that is effective in clotting blood in small cuts. Pour a small amount of witch hazel onto the wound or wipe it with a cotton ball for a similar effect.
Step 5. Use a small amount of cornstarch
Sprinkle a little cornstarch on the wound, being careful not to rub it or create additional scratches. You can press flour onto the wound to help speed up the process. When the wound has stopped bleeding, use water to rinse off the cornstarch.
Step 6. Add a spoonful of sugar
Follow Mary Poppins' advice by pouring a small amount of sugar on the surface of the wound. The antiseptic properties of sugar will help to clean the wound, while simultaneously aiding the blood clotting process.
Step 7. Use the cobwebs
This is a great option if you get injured while hiking or out in the open. Take some cobwebs (which have no spiders!) and place them over the wound, rolling them if necessary. The cobweb will block blood flow and give your wound time to clot from the inside.
Step 8. Try a styptic pencil
These waxy pencils were originally created to treat razor cuts and rashes, but they are also useful for minor cuts. Rub the pencil on the skin and let the wound-covering minerals in it work. It will sting a little when it touches the skin, but after a few seconds the pain or bleeding should subside.
Step 9. Apply an antiperspirant
Similar to a styptic pencil, your deodorant has aluminum chloride which acts as a substance that stops blood flow. Put some on your finger before applying it over the wound, or rub it directly into your wound.
Step 10. Apply Listerine
Although originally made as a post-shaving rub, use regular Listerine to help stop blood flow. Pour some directly over the wound or dip a cotton ball in Listerine and apply. You should notice a decrease in blood flow after a minute or two.
Step 11. Use a little red chili
The red chilies will help to close your wound quickly and stop the bleeding. However, this is one of the more painful methods. If you're in a hurry to stop the bleeding and don't mind a little pain, sprinkle some cayenne pepper on yourself and let the magic work. When the bleeding stops, rinse with a little cold water.
Step 12. Use a lump of alum
These are soap-like bars of mineral that help to stop bleeding. Wet a lump of alum in water and rub it over the wound gently. There's no need to apply pressure as you place the lump over your wound; The minerals will work by themselves.
Step 13. Take the membrane from the egg
You know when you crack an egg, it leaves a membrane-like membrane on the inside of the shell? This is effective in closing wounds and allowing your body to form clots. Peel the membrane from the egg (try to keep the piece as large as possible) and place it over your wound. In a few seconds you will notice the blood flow has stopped.
Step 14. Bandage the wound
Apply a sterile bandage to the wound to help prevent dirt from entering and stop bleeding from continuing. You can use a simple wound dressing or a clean piece of gauze.
Method 2 of 3: Treating Severe Wounds
Step 1. Lay the victim down
If you can lift your legs or keep your head lower than your body, the chances of getting a shock are reduced. Check the victim's breathing and blood circulation before proceeding. See How to Treat Shock for information on how to recognize and manage the symptoms of shock.
Step 2. Lift the injured body part
Elevating the injured extremity (assuming that the wound is in the extremity) higher than the heart will help reduce severe bleeding. However, if you suspect a fracture, do not try to move the limb.
Step 3. Remove all debris on the wound
Remove any foreign matter and visible debris, but do not clean the wound thoroughly as this can make the wound worse. Your first priority is to stop the heavy bleeding, while the wound can be cleaned later.
However, do not throw a large foreign object (a large piece of glass, a knife, or similar object) into the wound. The thing itself most likely stopped a lot of bleeding. Just apply pressure and bandage around the object while being careful not to push it any further
Step 4. Apply firm pressure to the wound until it stops bleeding
Use clean gauze, bandages, or clothing. (Your hands can too if not all of them are missing). Place your hand on the gauze and apply firm pressure with your finger or hand to the wound.
Step 5. Continue to apply pressure
If the injury is to a limb, you can use a bandage or bandage to maintain pressure (a folded triangular bandage placed and tied over the wound is ideal). For sores in the groin or other parts of the body that you can't wrap, use a heavy pad and keep your hands on the wound.
Step 6. Look for blood seeping from the wound
Add more gauze or bandage if the one given is still leaking. But don't wrap the bandage too much because if it's too thick, you risk reducing the pressure on the wound. If you suspect the bandage is not working, remove the bandage and cotton and then reconsider using it. If the bleeding appears to be under control, keep the pressure on until you are sure the bleeding has stopped or medical help has arrived.
Step 7. Use pressure points if necessary
If you cannot stop the bleeding with pressure alone, combine applying direct pressure to the wound with pressure on one of these pressure points. Use your fingers to press the veins against the bone. The most frequently needed ones are described below::
- Brachial artery for wounds on the forearm. It's on the inside of the arm between the elbow and the armpit.
- Femoral artery for thigh injuries. It extends along the groin near the bikini line.
- Popliteal artery for injuries of the lower leg. It is found behind the knee.
Step 8. Continue to apply pressure until the bleeding stops or help arrives
Do not use tourniquets except as a last resort to save lives. How and when to use a tourniquet. If done incorrectly, it could result in unnecessary serious injury or loss of a leg or arm
Step 9. Monitor the victim's breathing
Check that the bandage is not too tight. If the victim's skin is cold, pale, the toes or fingers do not return to their normal color after compression, or the victim complains of numbness or tingling, it is likely that the bandage is too tight.
Method 3 of 3: Internal Bleeding
Step 1. Call an ambulance immediately
Get the bleeding victim to the hospital as soon as possible. Internal bleeding cannot be treated at home and can only be treated by a doctor.
Step 2. Rest the victim in a comfortable position
Keep victim calm, rest comfortably, and prevent further injury. Don't stress the movement, and settle for lying down if you can.
Step 3. Check the victim's breathing
Monitor the victim's respiratory tract and circulation. If there is external bleeding, treat it.
Step 4. Maintain a normal body temperature
Keep it from getting too hot or too cold with a cloth dipped in water and placed over the forehead
Tips
- When applying pressure to the wound, do not move the bandage to determine if the bleeding has stopped. Instead, keep applying pressure.
- If rubber or latex gloves are available, wear them as protection before coming into contact with other people's blood. You can even use a clean plastic bag to protect your hands.
- For serious bleeding ask someone else for help or ask someone else to seek help as soon as possible.
- If you are taking anticoagulants, more time and pressure is needed to stop the bleeding. If you are caring for someone else, look for a medical bracelet or necklace that shows they are taking anticoagulants.
- If the bleeding is not heavy, just clean the wound with water and apply a bandage.
- Arterial bleeding requires more precise pressure on the veins than the general pressure for this type of venous bleeding. This requires fingertip pressure at the point of origin of the bleeding - not pressure on the wound itself. This is due to higher pressure on the arterial system. In case of arterial bleeding, seek professional medical help as soon as possible.
- If a person has suffered a severe abdominal injury, do not change the position of the organ. Cover with a bandage until the person can be removed by an emergency medical professional.
Warning
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To prevent disease transmission between you and the victim, it is important to take certain precautions:
- Use a shield between the bleeding and your skin. Wear a sarong (preferably non-latex as some people may be allergic to latex), or use a clean, folded cloth.
- Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after treating a bleeding victim. Use a sink that is not normally used for preparing food.
- Do not eat, drink, or touch your nose/mouth/eyes until you wash your hands thoroughly after treating a bleeding victim.
- Generally the use of a tourniquet is not recommended. However, in the case of serious injuries or severed limbs, you may need to use them to save lives. Understand that this action is very likely to cost other people's limbs.
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