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Skin scraped against a rough surface

Top layer of skin wears away, exposing numerous blood capillaries

Increases the probability for infection

Initial Care: Clean the wound with soap and water, apply an antibiotic ointment, and cover with a sterile bandage.

Follow-up Care: Reapply ointment and change the bandage daily until healed, watching for signs of infection.

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Occur when a blunt force is delivered over a sharp bone or a bone that is poorly padded, giving a wound the appearance of a jagged-edge cavity

May also result in skin avulsion

Initial Care: Gently clean with saline solution, apply pressure to stop bleeding, and cover with a clean dressing.

Follow-up Care: Follow up with wound closure if needed, change dressings regularly, and monitor for infection.

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Wounds with smooth edges

Initial Care: Clean the area gently with antiseptic and apply a sterile dressing, keeping it dry.

Follow-up Care: Have suture removal as directed, and monitor the area for infection or complications.

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Can easily occur during physical activities and can be fatal

Direct penetration of tissues can introduce the tetanus bacillus into the bloodstream, possibly making the athlete a victim of lockjaw

All severe lacerations and puncture wounds should be referred immediately to a physician

Initial Care: Wash with soap and water, apply an antiseptic, and cover with a bandage.

Follow-up Care: Check for signs of infection, ensure tetanus vaccination is up to date, and seek medical care if necessary.

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Skin is torn from the body

Associated with major bleeding

To reattach the torn tissue, the avulsed tissue should be placed on moist gauze, preferably saturated with saline solution

Should be taken along with the athlete to the hospital for reattachment

Initial Care: Control bleeding with pressure, clean with sterile saline, and cover with a moist, sterile dressing.

Follow-up Care: Follow up with potential surgical care and regular dressing changes to prevent infection.

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A standard set of guidelines to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens from exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials.

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Universal precautions for wound care include proper hand hygiene, wearing gloves and other protective gear, using sterile materials, safely disposing of sharps, and disinfecting equipment to prevent infection and the spread of bloodborne pathogens.

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Occurs when harmful bacteria or other pathogens enter a wound, causing inflammation, redness, swelling, pain, and sometimes pus or fever as the body responds to the infection.

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A wound infection can be recognized by symptoms such as increased redness, swelling, warmth, pain, or the presence of pus or foul-smelling drainage. Other signs may include delayed healing, fever, or red streaks spreading from the wound, indicating that the infection is spreading.