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Skin scraped against a rough surface.

Top layer of skin rubs away which exposes blood capillaries

Increases the probability of infection

(Must be cleaned and medicated as if its an open wound)

If Infected area will become more red and will begin to get larger overtime.

Once a scab has formed you no longer have to cover the wound

If you see pus, a yellowish crust, experience more pain or swelling it may be infected,

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When a blunt force is delivered over a Sharpe bone or a bone that is poorly padded.

Must be cleaned, medicated, and dressed as soon as possible.

Apply pressure with a clean cloth or bandage for several minutes to stop bleeding

If the redness has increased, pus or fluid leaks out or experience pain the wound may be infected.

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Incisions are woulds with smooth edges.

Apply an antibiotic cream or ointment, such as Aphorism or Vaseline

Clean the area with mild soap and water and gently pat dry with a clean cloth

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These can easily occur during activities and can be fatal

A direct puncture of tissue can introduce the tetanus bacillus into the bloodstream. possibly making the victim have a locked jaw.

once you stop the bleeding apply gentle pressure with a clean bandage

apply an ointment and cover the wound

watch the signs for infection.

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This occur when skin is torn from the body and is associated with major bleeding.

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

keep the wound celan and dry for about a day or two.

change the dressing once a day especially if it gets dirty or wet..

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Universal Precautions when carrying a wound

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Universal Precautions when carrying a wound

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When applying new dressings to your wound you should wear gloves.

Wash your hands

Medicate your wound.

Do not swim with a open wound

Change your dressing everyday or two.

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How to recognize infection in a open wound. 

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How to recognize infection in a open wound. 

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From the picture the crust of the wound is a yellowish color, this is a major sign of infection.

If a wound has pus or bodily fluid leaking from it is a major sign of infection.

If the wound becomes more irritable or itchy or even more painful it is most likely infected.

A fever may occur.

Most wound infections are treated with antibiotics.