Wounds and Wound Care by Gianna Volpe _ Student - ApexFriendshipHS

Abrasion

gvolpe6 — 2025-03-12 15:01:36 UTC

Definition: superficial injury to the skin caused by friction, resulting in the removal of the outer layers of skin

Initial care: clean the wound, apply antiseptic, and cover with sterile bandage

Post care: Keep wound clean and dry, change bandage daily, monitor for signs of infection

Laceration

gvolpe6 — 2025-03-12 15:15:48 UTC

Definition: deep cut or tear in the skin tissue, often caused by sharp objects

Initial care: clean wound, stop bleeding with pressure, cover with sterile bandage, seek medical attention

Post care: May require stitches, avoid excessive movement

Incision

gvolpe6 — 2025-03-12 15:35:47 UTC

Definition: a clean, straight cut, caused by a sharp object

Initial care: clean, disinfect, stop bleeding

Post care: often requires sutures if they are deep

Puncture

gvolpe6 — 2025-03-12 15:40:26 UTC

Definition: a deep, narrow injury caused by a sharp object that penetrates the skin

Initial care: clean with water and bandage

Post care: Tetanus shots may be required if the puncture is caused by a rusty object

Avulsion

gvolpe6 — 2025-03-12 15:42:59 UTC

Definition: severe wound where part of the tissue is torn away from the body

Initial care: stop bleeding by applying pressure, seek medical help

Post care: often requires surgical intervention to repair tissue

gvolpe6 — 2025-03-12 15:44:20 UTC

Universal Precaution: Universal precautions involve treating all blood and bodily fluids as potentially infectious and using personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure.
Proper Way to Remove Gloves: Grasp the outside of one glove, peel it off inside out, then use it to remove the second glove, ensuring both are inside out and disposed of properly.
Recognizing an Infection: Signs of an infected wound include redness, swelling, warmth, pain, pus, and possibly fever.