None of us are immune to situations in which we may be faced with bleeding as a result of an injury or damage. You know how life-threatening bleeding can be if we do not respond correctly. In the case of external bleeding, we must distinguish between the type of bleeding, whether it is arterial or venous, in order to carry out the appropriate manipulations accordingly. For example: in the case of venous bleeding, the blood has a darker color and flows relatively slowly, as for arterial bleeding, it is lighter red and pulsating. with flow. What are the risks if we can't stop the bleeding? Loss of a large amount of blood can lead to hemorrhagic shock (a condition that develops when a large amount of blood is lost from the body, preventing the supply of oxygen and nutrients to all organs and tissues). This causes a sharp drop in blood pressure, a life-threatening condition in the organs. There is also a high risk of infection, bacteria and other microorganisms can enter the body from an open wound. Finally, we can get to organ failure. Our first aid training will help you master the skills necessary to quickly and effectively stop venous and arterial bleeding. Are you studying: Identifying and responding to bleeding: how to distinguish between types of bleeding and what to do in each case. Through practice exercises, you can refine your bleeding stopping techniques. Knowing these skills can help you save lives at critical moments.