What are the three types of bleeding?

• A. Arterial, Venous, Capillary
• B. Arterial Only
• C. Venous Only
• D. Capillary Only

Answer: (A)

Bleeding is classified by the vessel involved, which changes how the blood comes out and how you respond to it. Arterial bleeding comes from arteries under high pressure; the blood is bright red and often spurts with each heartbeat, indicating rapid blood loss and the need for quick, decisive control. Venous bleeding comes from veins; the blood is darker red and tends to flow steadily and more continuously, which can still be dangerous if not kept under control. Capillary bleeding involves capillaries; the blood is usually a lighter red and oozes or trickles, often slower and less dramatic but still requiring direct pressure to stop it. Seeing all three patterns—arterial, venous, and capillary—together gives the complete picture of external bleeding and informs how urgent the response should be.