FIRST AID: INCISION

Question 1

Remove _______ around the site for easier access.

Answer 1

clothing

Question 2

Apply ______ directly to the wound with your hands to stem the blood flow.

Answer 2

pressure

Question 3

Cover the wound with a sterile ______, if possible, and continue to apply direct _______(bandage firmly).

Answer 3

dressing, pressure

Question 4

Try to raise the injured area _____the level of the person’s heart.

Answer 4

above

Question 5

Don’t _____ existing dressings if they become saturated with blood, but instead add _____dressings over the top.

Answer 5

remove, fresh

Question 6

Seek urgent medical attention. You may need to call an_________ or 911 if you cannot stop the bleeding, are feeling faint, sweaty or dizzy.

Answer 6

ambulance