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wound by scraping or rubbing the skin against a rough surface

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Initial care

clean with soap and water

Apply antibiotic ointment

cover with dressing

Post care

Change dressing daily

watch for signs of infection

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Deep cut or tear in the skin. Often caused by a sharp object

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Initial care

Direct pressure to control bleeding

clean with water

cover with dressing

Post care

may require medical attention

watch for infection

change dressing

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Clean straight cut made by a sharped edged object

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Initial care

control bleeding with gentle pressure

clean wound

cover with gauze

Post care

medical attention -sutures

keep area clean and dry

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small, deep wound caused by a pointed object

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Initial care

clean with soap and water

cover with bandage

Post care

seek medical attention

allow drainage

watch for infection

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Serious wound where a chunk of tissue is torn away or hanging loosely 

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Initial care

Control bleeding with pressure

cover wound with moist dressing

Post care

Medical attention required

may need surgery

monitor for infection

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Closed wound caused by blunt force that damages blood vessels under the skin

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Initial care

Apply ice

elevate is possible

Post care

rest the injured area

medical care if extreme swelling

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large collection of blood under the skin within the tissue due to vessel rupture 

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Initial care

apply ice

elevate area

Post care

should heal on its own

watch for swelling

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Tissue damage from heat, chemicals, electricity or radiation

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Initial care

Cool area with cool water

cover with loose dressing

Post care

depending on how severe, treat at home with aloe emergency care if huge burn

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1. Explain the concept of the universal precaution and what is needed when caring for a wound. 

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1. Explain the concept of the universal precaution and what is needed when caring for a wound. 

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Universal precautions are safety measures to prevent the spread of infection. When caring for a wound you should always be wearing gloves and working with a clean surface. Washing hands before and after care and properly dispose of anything contaminated.

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2.Explain, in detail, the proper way to remove gloves.

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2.Explain, in detail, the proper way to remove gloves.

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Pinch the outside of one glove near the wrist without touching your skin, pull it off turning in inside out, then ballin it up in the hand that still has the glove on. Slide 2 fingers under the other glove slowly pulling it off. Dispose of gloves then wash hands.

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3. Explain how to recognize an infection in a wound. How do you treat an infected wound?  

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3. Explain how to recognize an infection in a wound. How do you treat an infected wound?  

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when trying to recognize an infected wound look for pus, bad odor, redness or swelling, fever or chills. Gently clean the area with warm water, apply ointment and cover with bandage and replace daily

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4. Explain, step by step, how to properly clean and dress a wound to prevent infection. 

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4. Explain, step by step, how to properly clean and dress a wound to prevent infection. 

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Supplies needed

Gloves

gauze

sterile dressing

water

Steps

1. wash hands and put on gloves

2. stop nay bleeding with gentle pressure

3. clean wound with soap and water

4. pat area dry with gauze

5. apply thin layer of antibiotic ointment

6. cover with bandage

7. secure bandage

8. dispose of all supplies

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5.Describe the correct procedure for disposing of contaminated materials  after wound care. Why is this important?

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5.Describe the correct procedure for disposing of contaminated materials  after wound care. Why is this important?

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All contaminated items such as gloves, gauze of bandages should be placed in a biohazard bag or trash. Its important because it prevents the spread of pathogens like HIV and hepatitis

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6. Explain when and why hand washing is required before and after wound care. What are the proper steps to ensure hands are thoroughly cleaned?

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6. Explain when and why hand washing is required before and after wound care. What are the proper steps to ensure hands are thoroughly cleaned?

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You need to wash hands because it prevents germs from spreading into the wound.

Proper steps

1. wet hands with clean water

2. add soap and cover all areas

3. scrub for at least 20 seconds

4. rinse with water

5. dry hands with clean towel

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7. Describe the signs and symptoms of excessive bleeding from a wound. What immediate steps should you take to control the bleeding? 

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7. Describe the signs and symptoms of excessive bleeding from a wound. What immediate steps should you take to control the bleeding? 

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Signs

1. blood soaking through dressing quick

2. pale, cool, clammy skin

3. dizzy

Immediate steps

apply direct pressure

keep constant pressure

elevate injured area

if it continues seek medical attention

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8. Explain the importance of keeping a wound covered. How often should a dressing be changed, and what factors determine this?

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8. Explain the importance of keeping a wound covered. How often should a dressing be changed, and what factors determine this?

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Keeping the wound covered helps protect it form dirt and bacteria which helps it heal faster. Dressing should be changed daily or sooner if it gets dirty or wet. Larger wounds may need medical attention