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How You Should Actually Take Care of a Bloody Nose
In this video, learn the recommended way to treat a nosebleed at home.
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD
Updated on February 26, 2024When you get a nosebleed, the first thing you should do is pinch the bridge of your nose and tilt your head back, right? Nope. This method may have been the norm at one point, but it’s now the exact opposite of what the American Red Cross now recommends to stop a nosebleed quickly.
In this video, learn the steps to follow to stop a nosebleed safely. If your nose is still bleeding after 20 minutes, or if you are continuing to get unexplained nosebleeds, call your doctor for further care.
References
Mayo Clinic. (2023). Nosebleeds: First aid.
The American Red Cross. (n.d.). American Red Cross first aid/CPR/AED: Participant's manual [Internet].
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