Wounds and Wound Care Project by Carson Brown _ Student - ApexFriendshipMS

abrasion

csbrown71 — 2024-03-28 20:23:00 UTC

typical initial treatment consists of applying a topical antibiotic ointment to the abrasion to prevent infection and Typical post care would be continuous pressure, covering with sterile dressing and bandage

laceration

csbrown71 — 2024-03-28 20:23:06 UTC

Typical Initial care is applying direct pressure and using gauze to stop the bleeding as soon as possible. Typical post care consists of a referral to a doctor and cleaning the wound consistently throughout the day.

incision

csbrown71 — 2024-03-28 20:23:15 UTC

typical initial care consists of applying direct pressure to stop the bleeding from the cut and typical post care consists of stitching or stapling to reattach the cut made in the skin.

puncture

csbrown71 — 2024-03-28 20:23:20 UTC

initial care for puncture wounds consists of applying pressure to stop bleeding if needed and rinsing the wound with clear water for 5-10 minutes to eliminate the possibility of early infection in the wound. Post-care should consist of applying a thin layer of antibiotic cream or ointment, continuously washing the wound keeping the site clean, and continuously applying a bandage or dressing to the wound

avulsion

csbrown71 — 2024-03-28 20:23:30 UTC

Initial care for an avulsion wound consists of using an absorbent clean dressing or any clean cloth that available to hold pressure on an open avulsion. typical post-care for an avulsion wound consists of Keeping your wound clean and protected to prevent infection and speed healing.

Following Questions

csbrown71 — 2024-04-02 02:34:31 UTC

Explain the concept of universal precaution and what is needed when caring for a wound. Be specific!
-Universal precautions are a set of guidelines designed to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens. Certain precautions needed to properly care for a wound consist of maintaining hand hygiene, using PPE, safely handling any sharps, safe disposal of waste maintaining respiratory and hygiene etiquette, and many other factors.
explain the proper way to remove gloves
- using the pinch and pull technique, use your non dominant hand and pinch the outside of the glove near the wrist area without touching your skin and slowly peel the glove off turning the glove inside out. then slide your bare hand's fingers underneath the remaining glove and peel the glove off with the same technique turning the remaining glove inside out. then discard both gloves
- Explain how to recognize an infected wound. Provide a picture of an infected wound.
  - An infected wound can be recognized through many signs . some of the most recognizable signs of wound infection include pus, spreading redness, increased pain or swelling, and fever.