Wound Care by Emma Taibi _ Student - WakeForestHS https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy en-us 2024-10-08 12:26:39 UTC 2024-10-11 12:00:34 UTC hello@padlet.com Definition eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159100566 Occur when the skin is scraped off, often by friction against a rough surface. They're commonly called "scrapes" or "grazes" and usually affect the outer layer of the skin (epidermis).

]]> 2024-10-08 12:29:46 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159100566 Definition eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159105327 Involves the tearing away of a chunk of skin or tissue, often caused by accidents. It results in a flap or even complete detachment of skin or soft tissue.

]]> 2024-10-08 12:32:17 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159105327 Definition eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159106580 These are clean, straight cuts into the skin, usually made by a sharp object like a knife or scalpel. They tend to have smooth edges.

]]> 2024-10-08 12:33:04 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159106580 Definition eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159108545 Irregular or jagged wounds caused by tearing of the skin, typically due to blunt trauma. The edges of the wound are not as clean-cut as in incisions.

]]> 2024-10-08 12:34:12 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159108545 Definition eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159109501 These occur when a pointed object penetrates the skin, such as a nail or needle. These wounds can be deep and have a small surface opening.

]]> 2024-10-08 12:34:47 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159109501 Initial Care eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159114296 Clean it well, apply an antiseptic or antibiotic ointment, and then cover with a bandage

]]> 2024-10-08 12:37:40 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159114296 Post Care eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159119592 Keep wounds clean/covered and change bandage daily until fully healed.

]]> 2024-10-08 12:40:53 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159119592 Initial Care eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159121415 Control bleeding, clean wound, cover with sterile dressing, and elevate to reduce swelling.

]]> 2024-10-08 12:42:03 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159121415 Post Care eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159123245 Seek medical attention (often requiring surgical intervention) for sutures or repairs.

]]> 2024-10-08 12:43:12 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159123245 Initial Care eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159124193 Control bleeding, clean wound, and cover with a sterile bandage.

]]> 2024-10-08 12:43:47 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159124193 Post Care eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159126153 Keep wound clean/dry, change dressings when advised, and often removal of stitches will be necessary.

]]> 2024-10-08 12:44:57 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159126153 Initial Care eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159128051 Control bleeding, clean/rinse wound, and cover with a sterile bandage.

]]> 2024-10-08 12:46:07 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159128051 Post Care eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159129878 Keep wound clean/dry, monitor for signs of infection, and possible stichal removal if needed.

]]> 2024-10-08 12:47:18 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159129878 Initial Care eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159131866 Clean wound, apply an antiseptic/bandage, avoid removing object until seen by a healthcare provider.

]]> 2024-10-08 12:48:29 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159131866 Post Care eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159133013 Keep wound clean/covered, monitor for signs of infection, and refer to your healthcare provider.

]]> 2024-10-08 12:49:16 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3159133013 Definition eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164771008 Universal Precautions refer to a set of safety measures taken to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases, especially those spread through blood and body fluids. The key components of universal precautions include wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), proper hand hygiene, and safe handling of sharps and waste.

]]> 2024-10-11 11:33:33 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164771008 Precautionary Measures eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164779627 Abrasions: gloves

Avulsions: gloves/goggles

incisions: gloves/sterile instruments

Lacerations: gloves/goggles

Puncture wounds: gloves/goggles

]]> 2024-10-11 11:42:04 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164779627 Definition/Signs eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164783002 You can identify an infection by looking for redness, swelling, pain, heat, pus/discharge, streaks, or delayed healing.

]]> 2024-10-11 11:45:04 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164783002 eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164785037 2024-10-11 11:46:56 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164785037 eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164787192 2024-10-11 11:48:46 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164787192 eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164788685 2024-10-11 11:50:11 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164788685 eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164789589 2024-10-11 11:51:06 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164789589 eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164790425 2024-10-11 11:51:54 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164790425 eetaibi https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164797971 2024-10-11 11:58:25 UTC https://padlet.com/eetaibi/k7m0hh3c90vioswy/wish/3164797971