A 44-year-old male fell through a plate glass window and has a severe laceration to the side of his neck. He is bleeding severely. You should first:
A. apply a tourniquet.
B. sit him up to elevate the wound.
C. apply direct pressure.
D. apply a pressure bandage.
Answer: C. apply direct pressure.
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