Type of Wounds and Care Padlet by Sadie Thomas _ Student - WakefieldMS

1. Abrasion

sathomas3_1 — 2025-10-10 19:18:18 UTC

Definition: The skin is scraped off, like from falling on pavement.

Initial Care: Clean with water, remove dirt, cover with a clean bandage.

Post Care: Change bandage daily, watch for infection. Doctor if very large or deep.

2. Laceration

sathomas3_1 — 2025-10-10 19:20:02 UTC

Definition: A deep cut or tear in the skin.

Initial Care: Stop bleeding by pressing with a clean cloth, clean with water, cover.

Post Care: See a doctor if the cut is deep, won’t stop bleeding, or may need stitches.

3. Puncture

sathomas3_1 — 2025-10-10 19:21:14 UTC

Definition: A small, deep hole in the skin, like from a nail.

Initial Care: Clean the area, let it bleed a little to help clean it out, cover with bandage.

Post Care: Watch for infection, see a doctor for deep wounds or if object was dirty (may need tetanus shot).

4. Avulsion

sathomas3_1 — 2025-10-10 19:22:16 UTC

Definition: Skin or tissue is partially or completely torn away.
Initial Care: Cover with a clean cloth, control bleeding, keep torn tissue with the person, get medical help right away.
Post Care: Needs medical attention, may need stitches or surgery.

5. Burn

sathomas3_1 — 2025-10-10 19:22:52 UTC

Definition: Damage to skin from heat, chemicals, or electricity.
Initial Care: Cool with running water (not ice), cover with clean cloth.
Post Care: See a doctor for large, deep, or blistering burns.

Universal Precautions

sathomas3_1 — 2025-10-10 19:25:32 UTC

Wash hands before and after care.
Wear gloves if possible.
Use clean dressings and bandages.
Dispose of blood-soaked materials safely.

Signs of Infection

sathomas3_1 — 2025-10-10 19:27:19 UTC

Redness, swelling, warmth
Pus or bad smell
Pain gets worse
Fever