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An avulsion is when a body part or the skin is completely or partially torn off from the body.

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A puncture wound is a wound cause by a sharp object piercing deeply through the skin.

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An incision is a purposeful surgical wound made to gain access inside the body.

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An abrasion is when your skin gets scraped or rubbed off.

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A laceration is a wound with jagged edges and is usually wider open and caused by blunt force.

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Initial: Wash with soap and water, then cover it with sterile dressing.

Post Care: If the wound has been exposed, or you suspect an infection may occur, add anti-infection topical creams. If it becomes infected, refer to your doctor.

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Initial: Stop the bleeding with gauze or bleed stoppers, then bandage the affected body part and go to the emergency room.

Post Care: Replace the bandages and watch for infection. If you suspect any complications, refer to your doctor.

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Initial: If there is heavy bleeding, compress the wound to stop the bleed. Then, wash with soap and water before covering with gauze and bandages.

Post Care: If the wound is "talking" then they should be referred for sutures in order for the wound to remain closed.

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Initial: Stop the bleeding. If the object is still inside leave it in and keep it protected (exception for thorns and splinters), otherwise, use gauze and dressing to keep it bandaged. Then, transport the individual to the ER if the wound was caused by a larger object.

Post Care: All serious puncture wound patients should immediately be transported to the ER.

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Initial: As soon as the surgery is finished, individuals should get sutured and have the wound closed. The wound should be covered with sterile dressing.

Post Care: If the incision causes further complications later, you may need to check in with your doctor. Sometimes, individuals need to go back to their doctor to get surgical sutures removed after the incision heals.

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OSHA outlines guidelines for health providers in order to stay safe while providing wound care. All providers should wear disposable non latex gloves, gowns/aprons/masks (hospital setting), and eye protection. If you come in contact with blood you should take tests for HIV. Also, after treating these wounds you should disinfect yourself as well as any surfaces the blood came in contact with.

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- Redness and red stripes around the wound

- Swelling or puffiness

- Pus or yellow stuff coming out

- Pain that gets worse

- Odors