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Time On This Question: 00:54 5. Your partner is attempting to control bleeding of a serious laceration. What is the purpose of using a dressing and bandage together? Dressings hold nonadhesive bandages in place, while bandages protect the injury site. The bandage material is always sterile and protects the wound from microorganisms. Dressings help to enhance the clotting of wounds, while bandages hold them in place. Dressings are used to protect the injury from further damage and a bandage makes an airtight seal.