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What to do if my friend tried to kill herself last night by cutting her femoral artery in her thigh with a razor blade.. bleed to death from cutting her femoral artery?
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She needs Medical: Care NOW.She may need wound care. Even if the wound is not problematic - your friend is suicidal. She should be transported to the nearest emergency room.
Answered 5/25/2014
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