Question 24 of 30
You have tried to control a victim's forearm bleeding with direct pressure and elevation, but the bleeding does not stop. Where would you apply pressure?
A
A) Outside the arm midway between the shoulder and the elbow
B
B) On the inside of the elbow
C
C) Inside the arm between the shoulder and elbow
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: B) On the inside of the elbow.
For forearm bleeding not controlled by direct pressure and elevation, the brachial artery pressure point is located on the inside of the arm, midway between the shoulder and the elbow. This point is compressed against the humerus bone.