chapter 9 padlet by Kayla Washington _ Student - WakefieldHS

Abrasions

kdwashington3 — 2024-12-02 12:45:39 UTC

An abrasion or scrape is a wound where an area of your skin rubs off. None of your skin is missing during a laceration.

How to care for an abrasion wound: Apply an antiseptic lotion, cream. Cover the area with an adhesive bandage or gauze pad if the area is on the hands or feet, or if it is likely to drain onto clothing. Change the dressing often. Check the area each day and keep it clean and dry.

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Laceration Wounds

kdwashington3 — 2024-12-02 13:39:15 UTC

Define: A laceration is a wound that is produced by the tearing of soft body tissue. This type of wound is often irregular and jagged. A laceration wound is often contaminated with bacteria and debris from whatever object caused the cut.

How to care for a laceration wound:

To treat the laceration before you see the doctor: Apply direct pressure to the wound. Use gauze, a clean cloth, plastic bags, or, as a last resort, a clean hand. If your wound bleeds through the gauze or cloth, do not remove it.

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Incisions

kdwashington3 — 2024-12-02 13:42:40 UTC

Define: An incision is a cut that's made in your skin during a surgery or procedure. This is also known as a surgical wound

How to care for a incision: Remove clothing around the site for easier access. Apply pressure directly to the wound with your hands to stem the blood flow. Cover the wound with a sterile dressing, if possible, and continue to apply direct pressure (bandage firmly)

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Avulsion

kdwashington3 — 2024-12-02 14:15:02 UTC

Define: An avulsion is a forcible tearing off of skin or another part of the body, such as an ear or a finger. Any time layers of skin have been torn off to expose muscles, tendons and tissue, it is called an avulsion.

How to care for an Avulsion wound: To treat an avulsion cut on your finger, first, clean the wound with warm water and mild soap. Secondly, apply an antibiotic ointment to avoid infection. Thirdly, cover the wound with a sterile bandage or dressing. Lastly, elevate your hand to reduce swelling and seek medical attention as soon as possible.

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Puncture wounds

kdwashington3 — 2024-12-02 14:18:50 UTC

Define: A puncture is a wound made by a pointed object such as a nail, knife, or sharp tooth. Puncture wounds often appear to be on the surface, but may extend into the deeper tissue layers

How to care for a laceration: Rinse the wound with clear water for 5 to 10 minutes. If dirt or debris remains in the wound, use a washcloth to gently scrub it off. See your health care team if you can't remove all of the dirt or debris. Apply an ointment.

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