Why should you refrain from putting too much pressure on a bleeding head wound?

a. Excessive pressure can collapse blood vessels.
b. You may worsen any potential spinal injuries.
c. You could injure the brain if the skull is fractured.
d. You could endanger the person's airway.


c

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a. Chlorine dioxide b. Sodium hypochlorite c. Iodophors d. None of the above

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