Types of Wounds and Care by Savannah Moore _ Student - WakefieldHS

Abrasion

scmoore4 — 2025-10-03 13:50:33 UTC

DEFINITION: Skin scraped off. Superficial. Minimal bleeding.

INITIAL CARE: Clean thoroughly with soap and water to remove debris. Apply antiseptic and a non-stick bandage.

POST CARE & SUTURES: Change bandage daily. Sutures not needed.

scmoore4 — 2025-10-03 13:52:26 UTC

DEFINITION: Clean cut with smooth edges (e.g., knife). Bleeds freely.

INITIAL CARE: Apply firm direct pressure and elevate to stop bleeding. Gently clean.

POST CARE & SUTURES: If long, deep, or edges gape, get stitches. Monitor for infection.

scmoore4 — 2025-10-03 13:54:02 UTC

DEFINITION: Irregular, jagged tear caused by blunt force. High infection risk.

INITIAL CARE: Apply firm direct pressure to control bleeding. Gently rinse debris.

POST CARE & SUTURES: Often needs sutures due to uneven edges. Seek medical attention for deep tears/tetanus shot.

scmoore4 — 2025-10-03 13:55:45 UTC

DEFINITION: Deep hole from a pointed object (e.g., nail). Small hole, high internal risk.

INITIAL CARE: Apply gentle pressure around the wound. DO NOT remove impaled objects (get medical help). Wash area.

POST CARE & SUTURES: ALWAYS see a doctor for deep cleaning and tetanus check. Sutures usually not used.

scmoore4 — 2025-10-03 13:57:57 UTC

DEFINITION: Skin/tissue completely or partially torn away. Severe bleeding.

INITIAL CARE: IMMEDIATE EMERGENCY. Apply thick, firm pressure. Preserve detached tissue on ice (not directly).

POST CARE & SUTURES: Requires surgical repair/grafting. Call 911.