When one is controlling an external bleeding, what is the appropriate first step?

A. Apply direct pressure over the wound and elevate the body part.
B. Elevate the body part then apply direct pressure over the wound.
C. Apply pressure on the artery supplying the area with blood and elevate above the heart.
D. Direct pressure is applied on pressure points and then the body part is elevated.


Answer: A

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