How to Stop Mild Bleeding

Video Transcript

"You know at some point in time, we will all experience some type of minor injury, that will result in bleeding. Hi, I'm Captain Joe Bruni. And, what I'm going to talk about is how to stop mild bleeding, during the first aid process. Mild bleeding, could be controlled quickly and efficiently, by using some type of gauze material, but first clean the area with some type of antiseptic, Benadyne, or soap and water. Applying some type of gauze, type of dressing, and placing pressure over the area that is bleeding, will be very effective. And, bleeding should normally be controlled in three to five minutes. If blood begins to soak through, whatever type of bandage is used, and if gauze or some time of bandage material is not readily available, some time of clean, dry cloth can be placed over the injury site. If blood soaks through, apply more dressing, do not remove the bloody dressing. Normally, in three to five minutes, bleeding will be controlled, and if not, pressure can be applied, to one of the pressure points on the body, or the artery that's feeding that injured site area. Elevation above the heart, can also be effective in controlling minor bleeding. After bleeding is controlled, it should be bandaged, and taped in place. I'm Captain Joe Bruni, stay safe, and we'll see you next time."