Wound Care by Aliyah Ambrose _ Student - WakefieldHS https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr en-us 2022-10-06 21:23:50 UTC 2022-10-07 15:47:05 UTC hello@padlet.com Abrasions aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330091115 Common conditions in which the skin is scraped against a rough surface such as grass, artificial playing surface, floor, or mat. 


]]> 2022-10-06 21:35:19 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330091115 Initial Care aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330091906 Cleanse the wound bed and periwound tissues with saline or water. Dry the periwound tissues. Dress the wound with a non occlusive or occlusive dressing based on wound depth and exudate. Apply secondary dressing if needed.

]]> 2022-10-06 21:36:31 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330091906 Post Care aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330092781 Change dressing based on type; visually inspect daily for adverse reactions and infection.

]]> 2022-10-06 21:37:52 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330092781 Lacerations aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330094097 Occurs when a blunt force has been delivered over a sharp bone or a bone that is poorly padded, giving a wound the appearance of a jagged-edge cavity. 

]]> 2022-10-06 21:40:02 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330094097 Initial Care aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330842993 Cleanse wound and periwound tissues with irrigation. Dry the periwound tissues. Tissue closure will depend on wound length, width, depth, and location.

]]> 2022-10-07 11:27:41 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330842993 Post Care aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330844864 Change dressing based on type; visually inspect daily for adverse reactions and infection.



]]> 2022-10-07 11:29:40 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330844864 Incisions aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330847556 Wounds with smooth edges that often appear where a sharp or pointed object such as a knife or piece of glass tears the skin.

]]> 2022-10-07 11:32:05 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330847556 Initial Care aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330848689 Cleanse wound and periwound tissues with irrigation. Dry the periwound tissues. Tissue closure will depend on wound length, width, depth, and location.

]]> 2022-10-07 11:33:11 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330848689 Post Care aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330850413 Change dressing based on type; visually inspect daily for adverse reactions and infection.



]]> 2022-10-07 11:35:02 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330850413 Puncture Wounds aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330851610 Direct penetration of tissues by a pointed object such as a trach shoe spike can introduce the tetanus bacillus into the bloodstream, possibly making the athlete a victim of lockjaw. 

]]> 2022-10-07 11:36:20 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330851610 Initial Care aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330853524 Remove small and visible objects while avoiding pushing the object deeper. Allow bleeding to occur but control venous or arterial bleeding. Cleanse the wound and periwound tissues with gentle irrigation. Dress wound with a non occlusive or occlusive dressing based on wound depth and exudate.

]]> 2022-10-07 11:38:16 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330853524 Post Care aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330855920 Closely monitor patient and wound area daily for adverse reactions and infection; change dressing based on type; check tetanus immunization.



]]> 2022-10-07 11:40:43 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330855920 Avulsion Wounds aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330861404 Skin is torn from the body, and they are frequently associated with major bleeding. 

]]> 2022-10-07 11:46:11 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330861404 Initial Care aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330863368 Cleanse and debride wound with saline. Apply saline-soaked gauze over the wound and cover with additional gauze. Wrap the avulsion tissue in saline-soaked gauze and place in a watertight bag. Place the bag in ice water while avoiding direct contact with the tissue. 

]]> 2022-10-07 11:47:51 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330863368 Post Care aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330864146 Closely monitor patient and wound area daily for adverse reactions and infection; change dressing based on type; check tetanus immunization. 

]]> 2022-10-07 11:48:21 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330864146 Universal Precautions aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330872868 Washing hands thoroughly and frequently. Make sure all open wounds or skin lesions are covered before practice. Routinely use nonlatex gloves and use appropriate technique when removing them. Remove bleeding athletes from competition. Ensure that a uniform saturated with blood is removed and changed. Clean up blood spills with disinfectant and dispose of materials in a biohazard bag. Report all exposure incidents. 

]]> 2022-10-07 11:56:20 UTC https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330872868 Recognition of an Infection aaambrose https://padlet.com/aaambrose/x3xgvn2xdg2xbxjr/wish/2330873577 The classic signs of infection are the same as those for inflammation, including pain, heat, redness, swelling, and disordered function. In addition pus may form and a fever may occur. 

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