chapter 9 padlet by Heaven Briggs _ Student - WakefieldHS https://padlet.com/hjbriggs/6ni7so0d5otpcjxk en-us 2024-09-16 13:40:10 UTC 2024-11-27 03:58:58 UTC hello@padlet.com 1. Universal Precautions hjbriggs https://padlet.com/hjbriggs/6ni7so0d5otpcjxk/wish/3235911263

  • wash hands thoroughly before and after treating a wound

  • wear disposable gloves to prevent contact with blood

  • use sterile equipment and dressings

  • properly dispose of used gloves and dressing

  • clean any surface that comes into contact with blood

    • ]]>     2024-11-27 02:38:19 UTC https://padlet.com/hjbriggs/6ni7so0d5otpcjxk/wish/3235911263     2. Recognizing Infection hjbriggs https://padlet.com/hjbriggs/6ni7so0d5otpcjxk/wish/3235915924

  • Increased redness and swelling around the wound

  • warmth around the wound area

  • pus or cloudy drainage

  • fever or chills

  • red streaks spreading

    • ]]>     2024-11-27 02:41:18 UTC https://padlet.com/hjbriggs/6ni7so0d5otpcjxk/wish/3235915924     3.Contusion hjbriggs https://padlet.com/hjbriggs/6ni7so0d5otpcjxk/wish/3235921427 definition : a bruise caused by a blunt force trauma that damages blood vessels.

    care: apply cold compress to reduce swelling and rest the injured area

    post care: keep applying cold pressure , rest and watch for more pain

    ]]>     2024-11-27 02:44:22 UTC https://padlet.com/hjbriggs/6ni7so0d5otpcjxk/wish/3235921427     4. Incision hjbriggs https://padlet.com/hjbriggs/6ni7so0d5otpcjxk/wish/3235925984 definition: a clean straight cut caused by an knife

    initial care: control the bleeding with direct pressure, clean the wound, seek medical attention if the wound is deep

    post care: keep the wound dry and clean and watch for signs of an infection

    ]]>     2024-11-27 02:47:07 UTC https://padlet.com/hjbriggs/6ni7so0d5otpcjxk/wish/3235925984     5.Puncture hjbriggs https://padlet.com/hjbriggs/6ni7so0d5otpcjxk/wish/3235931092 definition: a small deep wound caused by an pointy item

    initial care: clean the wound, dont remove object if still embedded, seek medical help and clean the bandage

    post care: keep the wound clean and dry also change the bandage and watch for signs of an infection

    ]]>     2024-11-27 02:50:08 UTC https://padlet.com/hjbriggs/6ni7so0d5otpcjxk/wish/3235931092     6. Laceration hjbriggs https://padlet.com/hjbriggs/6ni7so0d5otpcjxk/wish/3236044941 definition: a deep cut or tear in the skin

    initial care: apply pressure to control the blood, clean around the wound, seek medical attention if the cut is too deep.

    post care: keep the wound clean and dry and watch for signs of an infection

    ]]>     2024-11-27 03:57:03 UTC https://padlet.com/hjbriggs/6ni7so0d5otpcjxk/wish/3236044941     7. abrasion hjbriggs https://padlet.com/hjbriggs/6ni7so0d5otpcjxk/wish/3236047128 definition: superficial wound caused by the skin rubbing against an rough surface

    initial care: clean to remove dirt and apply ointment

    post care: keep the wound clean and dry

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