Elevation of an extremity that has a venous laceration to it:
A) is often the only intervention needed to control the bleeding effectively.
B) helps control the bleeding when used in conjunction with direct pressure.
C) should only be performed if pressure point control has proven ineffective.
D) is of minimal to no benefit if the patient is bradycardic and hypotensive.
Answer: B) helps control the bleeding when used in conjunction with direct pressure.
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