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A cut with jagged edges.

Initial care is stop the bleeding with pressure, clean the wound, and cover it with sterile dressing.

Post care is referral to the doctor if it doesn't close, if it looks like you might need stitches, or if the bleeding wont stop.

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A wound caused by friction rubbing off the skin in an area.

Initial care is to clean with water and soap, apply antibacterial ointment, cover with a clean bandage.

Post care is change the bandage daily and keep it clean.

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A wound that is caused by something piercing the skin.

Initial care is to let some blood flow to flush out bacteria, then clean it and cover it with a sterile bandage.

Post care is watch out for infection, consider a tetanus shot, and seek medical attention it is a deep or dirty puncture.

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A cut with clean edges usually made with a knife.

Initial care is control the bleeding, clean the wound, and cover it with sterile gauze.

Post care is keep it clean and follow doctor’s advice for preventing infection.

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A wound caused by the skin tearing off.

Initial care is to cover it with moist sterile dressing, control the bleeding, and get emergency care.

Post care is it usually needs surgery or stitches then follow ongoing wound care instructions from medical staff.

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A closed wound with bleeding under the skin.

Initial care is to apply a cold compress, rest, and elevate it if needed.

Post care is to see a doctor if its very large, painful, or associated with other injury.

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A deeper collection of blood under the skin or in tissue, often creating a lump.

Initial care is to apply cold, elevate, and monitor for increased swelling or pain.

Post care is it may need draining by a doctor if large or not improving.

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A wound that is caused by heat or electricity.

Initial care is to run cool water over it, not ice.

Post care is for large or really bad wounds, seek medical help.

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First you pinch the glove in the palm of one hand, then you pull the glove off from where you pinched and ball it up in your still gloved hand. After that you slide your thumb under the edge of the glove and wrap that around the balled up glove. You then throw it away.

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Universal precautions means treating blood and bodily fluids like they are infected. this means you use face masks, gloves, gowns, and other protective equipment when handling biohazards. You should also disinfect all surfaces and wash you hands.

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You can tell a wound is infected because it is swelling, red, it is hot, or there is pus in the wound. If your wound gets infected, see a doctor.

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You should wash your hands, then wash the wound with soap and water. after that, you should put Neosporin or another antibacterial on it and then put a bandaid on it.

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Place all materials into a leak-proof plastic bag or biohazard bag and seal it to prevent exposure. Sharps have to be placed directly into a rigid, puncture-resistant sharps container. This protocol is essential for infection control and protecting staff from bloodborne pathogens.

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Handwashing is needed before providing care and after removing contaminated gloves to protect the care provider and the environment. Use soap and running water to scrub all hand surfaces for a minimum of 20 econds. The scrubbing technique must cover palms, the backs of hands, and areas between the fingers and under the fingernails.

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Excessive bleeding is blood spurting or gushing from the wound, or blood rapidly soaking through applied dressings. signs like a rapid, weak pulse and cool, clammy skin suggest shock from blood loss. The immediate control step is to apply direct pressure on the wound with a clean cloth. If bleeding from a limb is uncontrollable with pressure, apply a tourniquet and immediately seek emergency medical help.

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Keeping a wound covered is needed because the dressing creates the healing environment proven to help tissue repair and lessen scarring. this works as a barrier, preventing contamination and infection, while shielding the area from trauma like friction. frequency is primarily determined by the amount of drainage. a dressing must be changed immediately if it becomes wet or bleeds through, though some dressings can remain intact for several days if they are clean and dry