My sublime padlet by Thomas Hurd _ Student - GreenHopeHS

Abrasion

tjhurd — 2024-09-19 13:23:17 UTC

Definition: Skin scraped against a surface

Immediate care: Lotion, gel, or cream

Post care: wash twice a day with clean water.

Lacerations

tjhurd — 2024-09-19 13:29:16 UTC

Definition: blunt force over bone or bone not well-padded

Immediate care: Saline solution or mild soapy water.

Post care: Gently wash with soap and water, maybe stitches

Incision

tjhurd — 2024-09-19 13:33:36 UTC

Definition: Wounds with small edges

Immediate care: Clean wound and change bandage

Post care: wash with soap and water, maybe stitches or staples.

Puncture wound

tjhurd — 2024-09-19 13:40:14 UTC

Definition: Direct penetration of tissues

Immediate care: Keep the area clean do not remove puncture until professional care is there.

Post care: Apply a thin layer of an antibiotic cream or ointment (Neosporin, Polysporin). For the first two days, rewash the area and reapply the antibiotic when you change the dressing.

Avulsion wounds

tjhurd — 2024-09-19 13:44:27 UTC

Definition: skin is torn from the body

Immediate care: antibiotic ointment for the affected area, as well as medication and possibly a tetanus shot if you haven't had one in awhile.

Post care: Keep the wound clean and dry for about 24-48 hours.

Change the dressing once a day or if it gets dirty or wet.

After three days the bandage may be removed, except in the case of drainage.

Clean the area gently but don't wash or rub stitches or sutures directly.