Padlet by Keith Bunkley _ Student -

Puncture wounds

kjbunkley — 2025-10-07 23:38:38 UTC

Direct penetration of tissues by a sharp object

Initial Care

kjbunkley — 2025-10-07 23:44:50 UTC

do not remove embedded object unless small. Control bleeding. Wash minor wounds with soap/water. Apply sterile dressing.

Follow up care

kjbunkley — 2025-10-07 23:48:46 UTC

See doctor for deep or dirty wounds (tetanus shot often needed). Watch for signs of infection

Infection

kjbunkley — 2025-10-07 23:51:30 UTC

Redness spreading, excessive redness around the wound area.

Lacerations

kjbunkley — 2025-10-07 23:52:00 UTC

A cut/tear of the skin, often jagged edges.

Initial Care

kjbunkley — 2025-10-07 23:52:52 UTC

Wear gloves to protect from blood. Stop bleeding (direct pressure). Clean gently. Apply antiseptic/antibiotic ointment. Apply sterile dressing.

Follow up Care

kjbunkley — 2025-10-07 23:53:45 UTC

Seek medical care for deep/gaping cuts (may need stitches). Change dressing daily Monitor for red swoop signs. of old dressings and gloves immediately.

Infection

kjbunkley — 2025-10-07 23:54:49 UTC

Increased swelling or puffiness that doesn't decrease.

Avulsion

kjbunkley — 2025-10-07 23:56:16 UTC

Forceful tearing away of tissue or a body part. Severe bleeding.

Initial Care

kjbunkley — 2025-10-07 23:56:50 UTC

Wear gloves and eye protection. Control severe bleeding (direct pressure). Preserve detached part (moist gauze, sealed bag, on ice).

Follow up care

kjbunkley — 2025-10-07 23:58:24 UTC

Seek immediate emergency care immediately Follow instructions closely. Monitor for RED SWOOP signs. UP: Use biohazard container for blood-soaked materials. Wash hands.

Infection

kjbunkley — 2025-10-08 00:00:10 UTC

Increased swelling or puffiness that doesn't decrease.

Abrasion

kjbunkley — 2025-10-08 00:01:44 UTC

Scrape or graze of the top layer of skin

Initial Care

kjbunkley — 2025-10-08 00:02:22 UTC

Wear gloves. Clean thoroughly to remove all dirt/debris. Apply ointment. Apply non-stick dressing.

Follow up Care

kjbunkley — 2025-10-08 00:03:08 UTC

Keep clean and moist. Change dressing daily. Dispose of gloves and soiled materials after cleaning.

Infection

kjbunkley — 2025-10-08 00:04:22 UTC

The skin around the wound feels unusually firm or hard.

Incision

kjbunkley — 2025-10-08 00:05:02 UTC

A clean, straight cut from a sharp edge

Initial Care

kjbunkley — 2025-10-08 00:06:09 UTC

Wear gloves before handling. Stop bleeding use direct pressure. Clean gently. Apply ointment. Apply sterile dressing.

Follow up care

kjbunkley — 2025-10-08 00:06:59 UTC

Seek medical care for deep/long/gaping cuts. Change dressing daily. Handle soaked clothing carefully hot wash/dispose. Wash hands

Infection

kjbunkley — 2025-10-08 00:08:00 UTC

Pain that gets worse instead of better, or new tenderness.