How to manage a nosebleed
Posted by Keri Hartwright
Last updated 28th September 2021
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Nose bleeds are a fairly common first aid scenario, and is one of the most commonly mismanaged. Â If you know someone who has these regularly this post will give you steps on how to manage them.
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Sit the person down with their head forward
If someone is bleeding or having a nosebleed, the best position to have them in is sitting down with their head forward.
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Pinch the soft part of their nose and hold it for 10 minutes
Pinch their nose for 10 minutes and see if it has stopped. Â This step can be repeated up to 3 times.
If they can feel some in their throat, get them to spit it out as this can be distressing.
Call an ambulance if it has not stopped after 30 minutes but if they are feeling dizzy or sick or looking particularly unwell then get help sooner.
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Avoid blowing or picking their nose.
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To find out more please get in touch to book a first aid course.
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