Which of these is true regarding venous bleeding?

Venous bleeding is characterized by a steady flow of blood that is typically darker in color compared to arterial blood. This occurs because venous blood carries deoxygenated blood back to the heart, which results in a darker appearance. The nature of venous bleeding is such that it does not spurt like arterial bleeding, making it generally easier to manage in emergency situations.

The steady flow of venous blood means that while it can still be serious, especially if there is significant blood loss, it is often more controllable than the spurting of arterial bleeding. Understanding the characteristics of venous bleeding is essential for effective first aid and medical responses, enabling quick and accurate assessment of the situation.

This understanding clarifies why the other options do not apply: Venous bleeding does not exhibit the bright red and spurting qualities associated with arterial bleeding, and although it can be serious, it is not broadly accurate to state it is less serious than arterial bleeding without context. Furthermore, venous bleeding is, by definition, not limited to arteries, as it originates from veins.