Wound care padlet by Dennis Clarkson _ Student - WakeForestHS https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru en-us 2023-10-06 14:33:57 UTC 2023-10-08 19:44:03 UTC hello@padlet.com Abrasion dmclarkson1 https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2735706880 Care: 
If you ever receive an abrasion, clean the wound with a non-fiber shedding material or sterile gauze, and use an antiseptic such as Betadine or rubbing alcohol. then cover the spot with a bandage if necessary.
(post) You would need to allow your abrasion to heal as they will eventually grow a scab and you must refrain from scratching. Stay cleaning the wound to reduce the chance of infection

precaution:
Remember to add nuersporin every day or 2 
refrain from scratching
Hygiene and keep hands clean before touch wound



Infections:
If you were to have an infection you would notice either more pain, pus, or yellowish skin, To take this you would need antibiotics



]]> 2023-10-06 14:36:18 UTC https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2735706880 amputation dmclarkson1 https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2735707056 Care: 
Before amputation, you must Wrap the severed part in a clean, damp cloth, place it in a sealed plastic bag, and place the bag in an ice water bath to preserve the lost limp in case it could be reattached. Post amputation the stump of the leg must be kept bandaged, clean, and dry until the stitches (sutures) can be removed

Precautions:
Hygiene  
clean hands 
Changing raps of amputation to let any pathogens form
Wrap the severed part in a clean, damp cloth, place it in a sealed plastic bag and place the bag in an ice water bath

Infection:
If you were to ever get amputated and you notice increasing redness around the sore or stump, pus or discharge, increased pain, or foul odor you should go see the doctor immediately ]]> 2023-10-06 14:36:25 UTC https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2735707056 Puncture' dmclarkson1 https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2735707406 Care:

Pre-Rinse the blood wound with clear water for 5 to 10 minutes. If dirt or debris remains in the wound, use a washcloth to gently scrub it off and Apply an ointment.

Post-Apply a thin layer of an antibiotic cream or ointment (Neosporin, Polysporin). For the first two days, rewash the area and reapply the antibiotic when you change the dressing. Some ointments cause rashes if that were to come you should stop using them immediately. and sutures may be needed depending on the size of the wound

Precautions:
 Keep any germs from the wound 
Keep good hygiene and change bandages if it's there for too long.  use rubbing alcohol on the wound to kill all the bacteria in the area.

Infection:

If you were to ever notice that your wound isn't healing or you notice any increasing pain, pus, swelling, or fever, Spreading redness is a sign of infection. You may not be able to see redness on brown or Black skin, or the infection's streaks may look purplish-gray or darker than your usual skin color. If any of these where to happen you should go meet the doctor immediately




]]> 2023-10-06 14:36:39 UTC https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2735707406 Incision dmclarkson1 https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2735707767 Care:
Before incision you should Spend the time before the procedure being as active as possible, eating right, and getting good sleep. If you smoke, stop as soon as possible
After surgery for an incision, you should Gently wash it with soap and water to remove the crust, Do not scrub or soak the wound, Do not use rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or iodine, which can harm the tissue and slow wound healing and Air-dry the incision or pat it dry with a clean, fresh towel before reapplying the dressing.

Precautions: 
Dont rub or scrub the incision
Expose to sunlight
remember you use lotion and powder


Infection:
Germs can infect a surgical wound through various forms of contact, such as from the touch of a contaminated caregiver or surgical instrument, through germs in the air, or through germs that are already on or in your body and then spread into the wound causing infections in the incision


 
]]> 2023-10-06 14:36:53 UTC https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2735707767 Laceration dmclarkson1 https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2735708320 Care:
Before care when you get a laceration you should Apply direct pressure to the wound and If possible, elevate the wound above the heart. Do not tie a tourniquet around an affected limb. If the bleeding stops, let some water run over the wound.
aftercare, you should Keep the area clean and dry for the first 24 to 48 hours after stitches have been placed. Then, you can start to gently wash around the site 1 to 2 times daily. Wash with cool water and soap. Clean as close to the stitches as you can.

Precautions:
where safety gloves and other things to keep the wound from re-opening 
Do not scratch
if the wound looks to be not healing go to the doctor.



Infection:
Infection occurs when you fail to keep your wound clean and allow bacteria to enter the incision by allowing dirt from the ground on your skin causing bacterial infections]]> 2023-10-06 14:37:15 UTC https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2735708320 Infected abrasion dmclarkson1 https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2737282684  ]]> 2023-10-08 19:39:42 UTC https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2737282684 infected puncture dmclarkson1 https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2737282966 2023-10-08 19:40:16 UTC https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2737282966 infected incision dmclarkson1 https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2737284657 2023-10-08 19:43:12 UTC https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2737284657 infected laceration dmclarkson1 https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2737284956 2023-10-08 19:43:45 UTC https://padlet.com/dmclarkson1/5n0r5zn0jv8mxwru/wish/2737284956