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An injury caused by heat, chemicals, or radiation that damages the skin layers.

Initial Care:

Cool the burn under running water for 10-20 minutes.

Avoid breaking blisters.

Apply a burn ointment or aloe vera gel.

Post-Care:

Cover the burn with a sterile, non-stick dressing.

Seek medical attention for severe burns or burns covering large areas.

Referral/Sutures Needed? Severe burns may require hospitalization and specialized care.

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A wound where a piece of skin or tissue is torn away.

Initial Care:

Control bleeding by applying firm pressure.

Rinse the wound with water to remove debris.

Wrap the avulsed tissue in a clean, damp cloth and place it in a bag if it can be reattached.

Post-Care:

Seek immediate medical attention.

Surgery or sutures are often required.

Referral/Sutures Needed? Sutures or reattachment surgery needed.

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A small but deep wound caused by a pointed object piercing the skin.

Initial Care:

Stop any bleeding by applying gentle pressure.

Clean the wound with running water but do not scrub.

Apply a sterile bandage.

Post-Care:

Monitor for infection.

Seek medical advice if the object was rusty or contaminated (e.g., tetanus shot may be needed).

Referral/Sutures Needed? Generally, no sutures unless the puncture is large.

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A deep cut or tear in the skin or flesh caused by sharp objects.

Initial Care:

Apply pressure with a clean cloth to stop bleeding.

Rinse the wound with clean water.

Apply an antibiotic ointment and cover with a sterile dressing.

Post-Care:

Change dressing daily.

If the cut is deep, seek medical attention for sutures.

Referral/Sutures Needed? Sutures may be required for deep or gaping wounds.

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A wound caused by the skin rubbing against a rough surface, resulting in the outer layer being scraped off.

Initial Care:

Wash hands thoroughly.

Clean the wound with soap and water to remove dirt or debris.

Apply an antiseptic or antibiotic ointment.

Cover with a clean, non-stick bandage.

Post-Care:

Change the bandage daily or whenever it gets dirty or wet.

Watch for signs of infection. Seek medical care if infection develops or if the wound is extensive.

Referral/Sutures Needed? No sutures are typically required unless the abrasion is deep.