For some people, the sight of blood can leave them feeling uneasy, weak or even faint.
So if you are ever faced with an emergency situation, paediatric nurse Sarah Hunstead explained why everyone should always keep a red face washer on hand in their first aid kit.
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“Why do we recommend keeping a red face washer or cloth in your first aid kit? It helps hide the sight of blood,” she said.
The nurse, who runs Australia’s children’s safety page called CPR Kids, said a red washer disguises the blood — keeping anxious people calm during a stressful event.
“If you or your little one don’t like the sight of blood or if your little one completely freaks out at even a drop, these are a necessity,” she advised.
“They can really help with the fear and anxiety some little (and big) ones get from seeing blood, which helps to make dealing with nose bleeds or cuts easier.
“If your little one has regular nose bleeds and can’t stand the sight of blood, stock up on a few.”
The video shows the nurse pouring a spoonful of red dye on white and red cloths to show viewers how the “blood” appears side-by-side.
The liquid stood out clearly on the white cloth while the “blood” seemed camouflage on the red washer.
The nurse said other dark coloured face washers work too — including black, grey and navy.
Her clip has been viewed more than 200,000 times — with many parents describing the simple tip as “genius” and “clever”.
“Never thought of this. Good tip,” one said.
Another shared: “Oh wow, my son has chronic ITP (rare autoimmune disorder) so we get regular nose bleeds and I had never thought of this! Amazing — thank you.”
One suggested: “That’s actually really sweet. It can be tempting to have white because it’s easy to bleach but washcloths are so cheap online you can just replace them when they’re stained. PSA hydrogen peroxide is the best stuff for blood stains, always use cold water and tackle the stain before it dries wherever possible.”
Another added: “Absolutely love this tip.”
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