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Punctures can occur when any type of pointed object, such as a nail, penetrates the skin. Puncture wounds may not bleed much outwardly, but a deep puncture can cause internal bleeding.

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Apply pressure and rinse the wound with clean water to remove all dirt. Before drying and covering with a bandage, apply antibiotic cream or ointment. Watch the puncture for signs of infection, such as spreading redness, pain, swelling, or fever.

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Lacerations are cuts, slices, or tears in the skin. Lacerations are often caused by sharp objects like knives or broken glass. Bleeding may occur quickly in the cases of deep lacerations

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it is important to stop the bleeding by covering the wound and applying pressure. If bleeding is severe or won't stop, you may need to proceed to an emergency room or call 911 for additional medical attention.

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Burns are tissue damage that results from heat, overexposure to the sun or other radiation, or chemical or electrical contact. Burns can be minor medical problems or life-threatening emergencies. The treatment of burns depends on the location and severity of the damage.

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Cool the burn. Hold the burned area under cool (not cold) running water or apply a cool, wet compress until the pain eases. You can put a thin layer of ointment, such as petroleum jelly or aloe vera, on the burn. The ointment does not need to have antibiotics in it. Some antibiotic ointments can cause an allergic reaction.

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Abrasions are usually the result of a rub or scrape on a rough surface, like skinning your knee on the playground or scratching your elbow on a brick wall Typically, an abrasion will not bleed heavily.

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the area should be thoroughly cleaned and washed with soap and water to avoid infection. An abrasion may require a bandage or dressing in extreme cases, but minor abrasions should heal on their own after cleaning.

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These are caused by firearms, with regula rounded edges smaller than the bullet at point of entrance. The wound may have burn marks or soot on the edges and surrounding tissue, depending on the distance of the gun from the skin when it was fired

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Check the whole body to identify entry and exit wounds. Stop the bleeding by applying firm pressure directly to the wound. Check heart rate and breathing.Elevate the wound above the heart to slow bleeding (unless the shot is to the stomach or chest).

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wash the wound with clean water 2 times a day. Don't use hydrogen peroxide or alcohol, which can slow healing. You may cover the wound with a thin layer of petroleum jelly, such as Vaseline, and a non-stick bandage. Apply more petroleum jelly and replace the bandage as needed. Keep the wound dry for the first 24 to 48 hours. After this, you can shower if your doctor says it's ok to do so . Pat the wound dry afterwards.

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Care for your stitches and wound as follows: Keep the area clean and dry for the first 24 to 48 hours after stitches have been placed. Then, you can start to gently wash around the site 1 to 2 times daily. Wash with cool water and soap.

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Antibiotic ointments or creams are often used to prevent or treat infections in patients with second-degree burns. Using these ointments may require the use of bandages. Dressings may need to be changed daily. This can be a painful process. Larger areas of third degree burns are treated with skin grafts. This surgery removes dead skin and replaces it with healthy skin from another part of the body. The grafted skin is often treated with an antibiotic ointment and a nonstick dressing.

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You should keep a wound moist and covered for about five days. Change the bandage daily (or more, if the cut reopens or begins bleeding again). apply  petroleum jelly with each change of bandage. Then leave the wound to dry and scab up

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Keep the dressing and area around it clean and dry. Take any antibiotics or pain relievers as directed. Gunshot wounds can get infected because material and debris can get pulled into the wound with the bullet. Try to elevate the wound so it is above your heart. This helps reduce swelling. You may need to do this while sitting or lying down. You can use pillows to prop up the area. If your provider says it is OK, you may use an ice pack on the bandage to help with swelling. Ask how often you should apply the ice. Be sure to keep the bandage dry.