wounds and care by Naomi Melville _ Student - KnightdaleHS

Abrasions

nsmelville — 2025-10-06 23:17:44 UTC

the top layer of skin being worn away, exposing numerous capillaries

Lacerations

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Incisions

nsmelville — 2025-10-06 23:18:43 UTC

wounds with smooth edges

Puncture wounds

nsmelville — 2025-10-06 23:18:55 UTC

direct penetration of tissues that can easily occur during physical activity and can be fatal

Avulsion wounds

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wound when the skin is torn from the body

Universal Precautions

nsmelville — 2025-10-07 00:19:42 UTC

All wounds should be treated as if they are contaminated with microorganisms. should be cleaned, medicated, and dressed as quickly as possible. To minimize infection, the wound should be cleaned with soap and water or a sterile solution. Do not use hydrogen peroxide initially.

Infection in a Wound

nsmelville — 2025-10-07 00:23:52 UTC

Infection can be recognized by symptoms like pain, heat, redness, swelling, and disordered function. Pus may form from an excessive amount of white blood cells. Fever may occur from the immune system fighting the bacteria. Most wound infections can be treated with antibiotics.