Which of the following actions would NOT be recommended for controlling a bleeding wound?

Using ice to reduce swelling is not a recommended action for controlling a bleeding wound. In first aid, the primary goal when dealing with bleeding is to stop or minimize blood loss. The most effective methods include applying direct pressure to the wound, using a tourniquet if the situation is severe and necessary, and correctly managing dressings to maintain pressure over the site of bleeding.

While applying ice is useful for reducing inflammation and swelling in certain injuries, it does not address the immediate need to control bleeding. Instead, ice can potentially delay the necessary treatment for a bleeding wound and may complicate assessment and management, particularly if it prevents effective application of pressure or if it is misused in an attempt to deal with a more urgent issue of bleeding.