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Definition: An avulsion wound is a type of injury where a portion of tissue, such as skin, muscle, or tendon, is torn away from the underlying structures.

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

Post Care: Keep the wound clean and dry, use a non-stick bandage, and elevate the injured area to reduce swelling and pain.

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Definition: Skin is scraped against a rough surface. The top layer of skin wears away. Exposing numerous blood capillaries. (very probable for infection).

Initial Care: first stop any mild bleeding with direct pressure on a clean dressing, then gently cleanse the wound with cool water and mild soap while removing any debris with clean tweezers.

Post Care: To care for an abrasion, first gently wash it with mild soap and warm water, removing any dirt. Apply a thick layer of an ointment or petroleum jelly to keep the wound moist and covered with a sterile, non-stick dressing or bandage. Change the dressing daily, keeping the wound clean and moist until the scab falls off naturally.

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Definition: Occurs 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.

Initial Care: To care for a laceration, first stop bleeding by applying direct pressure with a clean cloth or gauze. Next, gently clean the wound with soap and water to remove debris, then apply an antibiotic ointment and cover it with a sterile bandage or dressing to prevent infection.

Post Care: To care for a laceration, keep the area clean and dry, avoiding soaps like hydrogen peroxide or iodine. Gently pat the wound dry after showering, but do not rub it.

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Definition: A wound with smooth edges

Initial Care: Initial incision care focuses on keeping the wound clean, dry, and protected while preventing infection.

Post Care: Keep the incision covered with a dressing. After your surgeon gives you the go-ahead, allow the incision to get wet and water to run on it while showering. Also, pat dry and avoid soaking the incision area.

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Definition: Direct penetration of tissues can introduce the tetanus

bacillus into the bloodstream, possibly making the athlete

a victim of lockjaw. Also can occur during physical activities.

Initial care: Applying gauze around the punctured area to keep the object steady until arriving at a physician/hospital who can take proper care of the wound.

Post care: Post includes keeping the wound clean and dry, avoiding soaking the wound while bathing, and keep applying antibiotic ointment, lastly keep the wound covered with a non-stick bandage.