where should you apply direct pressure when caring for a person with life-threatening bleeding?

Direct pressure should be applied directly over the wound where the life- threatening bleeding is occurring. The goal is to press firmly downward on the bleeding site with enough force to stop the blood flow. Using a dressing or clean cloth over the wound, pressure is applied with both hands or fingers, pushing hard enough that it may cause pain but helps stop the bleeding. Placing a flat, hard surface underneath the injured area can help increase effectiveness by giving something to press against. If bleeding continues, additional dressing may be layered on top without removing the original dressing, and pressure is maintained until the bleeding stops, another trained person takes over, or emergency help arrives. For limb bleeding uncontrolled by direct pressure, a tourniquet or pressure on a nearby artery (pressure point) can be used if trained. In summary, the recommended place to apply direct pressure is directly over the bleeding wound itself with firm, constant pressure until bleeding is controlled.