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you can tell if a wound is infected if the area has pus, soft scabs, redness, swelling, pain, warm skin

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when removing gloves, the sanitary way to grab the end of the glove and turn it inside out and pulling the other and flip the into the same glove making sure to not come in contact with the skin

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universal precautions are the practices of avoiding a patients bodily fluids and the spread of a bloodborne pathogen so infections don't take place.

when caring for a wound you can put these steps into practice by wearing gloves and protective clothing, washing hands, etc.

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a forcible tearing off of skin or another part of the body that exposes expose muscles, tendons and tissue

initial care- keep wound clean and dry for 24-48 hours, cover with bandage and clean if it gets wet or dirty
post care- Keep a thin layer of antibiotic ointment on the cut to ensure the wound stays clean. (sutures might be needed depending on the severity)

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a puncture is a wound made by a pointed object like a nail or knife

initial care- apply pressure to the wound after cleaning debris out with water for 5-10 minutes
post care- wash wound with water 2 times a day and apply petroleum jelly and a nonstick bandage

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an incision is a cut made in the body that is performed during surgery

initial care- Gently wash it with soap and water to remove the crust
post care-Air-dry the incision or pat it dry with a clean, fresh towel before reapplying the dressing.

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a laceration is a wound that is produced by the tearing of soft body tissue

initial care- remove dirt and debris by cleaning with water and a sterile cloth. (mild soap)
post care- use an antibiotic ointment and cover wound with gauze and first aid tape (sutures needed depending on the severity)

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an abrasion is a injury of the skin and visceral linings in the body, breaking the continuity of tissue

initial care- wash wound with warm water and cover with petroleum jelly and a bandage
post care- wash 2 times a day till the wound is healed