A female patient who suffered a straddle injury while trying to balance on top of a chain link fence continues to bleed from the vaginal area despite your initial attempt to control the hemorrhage. At this time, you would:

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DDirect pressure is the most effective method to control bleeding, including in cases of vaginal bleeding due to trauma. If bleeding continues after the initial attempt to control it, placing another dressing over the first and maintaining direct pressure (C) is recommended to help control the hemorrhage. Cleaning the area with sterile saline and reapplying direct pressure (D) can also be appropriate to ensure the area is clean and to continue efforts to control bleeding. Inserting anything into the vaginal canal (B) or applying cold directly (A) are not recommended first-line treatments for controlling hemorrhage in this scenario.

A Female Patient Who Suffered a Straddle Injury While Trying