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* Signs of wound infection: pain, heat, redness, swelling, pus at the site, and fever
* Most wound infections can be treated with antibiotics

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* Open wounds should be cared for immediately
* Open wounds should be cleaned and dressed as soon as possible
* Use soap and water or a sterile solution to clean the area
* Antibacterial ointments are effective in limiting bacterial growth

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* Occurs when the skin is torn from the body
* Care: Gently wash the area with a sterile solution to avoid infection.
* Place avulsed tissue in moist, sterile gauze and place it in a plastic bag. Go to a physician for reattachment.

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* A deep wound that occurs when something sharp pierces through the skin
* Care: If the object is not still in the skin, clean it with soap and water and cover it with a sterile dressing. If the object is lodged deep into the skin, do not remove the object, stabilize the object in place and immediately go to a physician.
* All severe puncture wounds should be referred and may require sutures

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* A wound with a smooth edge, common in surgeries
* Care: Wash the area with soap and water, use an antiseptic cream or saline solution
* Incisions may require manual closing with sutures

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* Occurs when blunt force is applied over a bone, the wound will appear jagged
* Care: Wash the area with soap and water/sterile solution, apply an antiseptic cream and apply a sterile dressing (bandage).
* Requires referral to a physician

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* Occurs when skin is scraped against a rough surface + the top layer of skin wears away
* Care: Wash the area with soap and water, dry, use an antiseptic cream and cover with a bandage