What is used to stop post-operative bleeding?
a. pressure by biting on gauze
b. medication
c. wiping the surgical area with gauze
d. flushing the area with water
a
RATIONALE: Softly biting on a gauze pad for 15 to 30 minutes may control slight bleeding.
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