type of wounds by LaNiyah Woodard _ Student - EastMillbrookMS

Abrasions

ltwoodard — 2024-10-01 15:01:09 UTC

a abrasion wound is when the skin scrapes against a rough surface. the proper care for this wound Applying a topical antibiotic ointment to the abrasion to prevent infection. Covering your wound with a bandage or wound dressing.

you know the wound is Infected because cuts can ooze excess amounts of a thick, discoloured liquid that emits a horrid odour

infected abrasion wound

ltwoodard — 2024-10-01 15:04:01 UTC

Lacerations

ltwoodard — 2024-10-01 15:13:25 UTC

a laceration wound is when a cut is typically thought of as a wound caused by a sharp object , they a formed by blunt trauma. to properly care for the wound first clean by running cool water over the area and then use mild soap and water if possible then apply antibiotic ointment and cover the wound with a sterile gauze bandage and medical tape.

infected laceration wound

ltwoodard — 2024-10-01 15:16:09 UTC

you know the wound is infected when there is Increased or darkening redness. More pus or fluid leaking out of the wound. Pain at the site getting worse and not improving

if this wound occurs you should immediately be seen by a physician.

incisions

ltwoodard — 2024-10-01 15:23:26 UTC

This is a wound with smooth edges this is usually caused from surgery , they can be any size depending on the type of surgery you had. to properly clean the wound Use a normal salt water solution or mild soapy water. Soak the gauze or cloth in the saline solution or soapy water, and gently dab or wipe the skin with it.

infected incision

ltwoodard — 2024-10-01 15:26:37 UTC

a lot of thick, yellowish fluid coming from your wound could mean it's infected if you get an infection it can be cured with antibiotics

puncture wounds

ltwoodard — 2024-10-01 15:30:05 UTC

a puncture wound can be easily caused by physical activities and can be fatal. if this wound occurs you should immediately be seen by a physician. to proper care for the wound wash with soap and water and stop the bleeding then cover up the wound.

puncture infection

ltwoodard — 2024-10-01 15:39:21 UTC

you know when the wound is infected when you have a fever , a bad smell coming from the wound or increased stiffness or numbness in the area could be signs of infection. to properly care for the infected wound Apply a thin layer of an antibiotic cream or ointment

avulsion wound

ltwoodard — 2024-10-01 15:47:30 UTC

this wound is when the skin is torn from the body , this is associated with major bleeding. this wound needs immediate care from the hospital for reattachment. to properly care for the wound Keep the wound clean and dry for about 24-48 hours. Change the dressing once a day or if it gets dirty or wet.

After three days the bandage may be removed, except in the case of drainage.

infected avulsion

ltwoodard — 2024-10-01 15:52:22 UTC

the infection starts with increased pain, swelling, warmth, or redness. the proper care for the infection is cleaning the skin and reattaching the skin