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Nosebleeds
Most nosebleeds are not serious
and can be handled easily by the first aid provider. In rare
cases, a nosebleed can lead to massive bleeding and even death.
Nosebleeds affect persons of all ages but are most common
in younger children and older adults. Applying ice to the
victim's neck is not effective in controlling a nosebleed.
Signs and Symptoms
First Aid
Bleeding
from one nostril
Blood can drip won the throat or into the stomach, causing
a victim to spit or vomit blood.
Anxious, pale, clammy, weakness/fainting, nausea/vomiting
Have the victim sit up straight with
their head tilted forward.
Pinch the nose with thumb and index finger for 10 minutes
Have the victim spit out any blood that collects in the mouth.
If the bleeding does not stop, seek immediate medical care.
Do Not tilt the head back
or have victim lie down.
These actions may cause the victim to swallow blood and vomit.
Do Not pack gauze into the
nose.
When Caring
for Children and Older Adults
Nosebleeds are very common in children and older adults. Most
stop on their own or with simple first aid.
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