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- Squeeze cut edges together, if possible.
- Apply pressure directly to wound, using clean pad or bare fingers, unless an object is embedded in the wound.
- Don't try and remove deeply embedded object. Apply firm pressure above and below the wound. Place thick pads around object before bandaging.
- Raise a cut arm or leg above body level to slow blood flow.
- Don't move a child more than necessary, if a bone may be broken.
- Don't disturb blood clots (they are nature's way of stopping bleeding).
- Use sterile dressing, clean folded cloth or pad of tissues to cover wound.
- Bandage firmly, but not so tightly as to interfere with circulation.
- If blood seeps through, bandage a fresh dressing over the bandage.
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