Spontaneous bleeding or bleeding following a minor impact
- sit the victim up, with their head tilted forwards, to prevent them from swallowing their own blood;
- ask the victim to:
- blow your nose vigorously, then;
- immediately pinch your nostrils shut with your thumb and forefinger for ten minutes;
- breathe through your mouth, without speaking.
- If the bleeding does not stop after ten minutes, seek medical advice.
Following a fall
- Follow the guidelines for managing facial trauma.
PLEASE NOTE: Blowing your nose vigorously is important for the effectiveness of the action, as it helps to remove blood clots. You must apply pressure to your nose quickly to prevent a clot from reforming.