Preventing and Stopping Nosebleeds

6. Remain Calm During a Nosebleed

Sudden bleeding from the nose can harm even the toughest person. Unless you've taken a direct hit to the face, a nosebleed can often come as a surprise. The best way to soothe a nosebleed is to sit quietly and remain calm. Taking slow breaths in and out of your mouth can help you relax: the tiny blood vessels in your nose will constrict, which slows and eventually stops the bleeding. If you are with someone who has a nosebleed, remind them that it will be over very soon, and provide them with tissues or a handkerchief to clean up. Find them somewhere to sit quietly, and allow the bleeding to stop naturally.