Question

A 40-year-old man presents with an anterior epistaxis that started 15 minutes ago. Which of the following is the correct first-aid measure to control bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Pinch the nasal soft alae and lean forward

Answer

Apply pressure over the nasal bridge and lean backward

Answer

Insert a gauze pack soaked in adrenaline

Answer

Apply ice to the back of the neck

Answer

Lie supine with head elevated

Practice question

A 40-year-old man presents with an anterior epistaxis that started 15 minutes ago. Which of the following is the correct first-aid measure to control bleeding?