Chapter 9b - soft tissue Flashcards
What structures are at the epidermis?
Barrier to bacterioa + other organisms
What structures are at the dermis?
Nerves, sweat glands, blood vessels
Tx principle of soft tissue wound
PIER/PRICE/RICE
Name the 6 types of lesion
Abrasion
Laceration
Avulsion
Puncture wound
Crush injury
Amputation
Which lesion is most dangerous for infection?
Puncture
Tx for minor open wound
Wash with saline solution for 3-5min
Disinfect periphery of wound with clear anti-septic solution using sterile gauze dressing
What are the 3 components of polysporin?
Polymyxin B
Bacitracin zinc
Gramicidin
Name the 3 different types of tetanus shots
Diphtheria
Tetanus
Pertussis
Cause of tetanus
Bacterial infection due to bacteria getting into the wound through the skin or mucous membrane
Other name for tetanus
Lockjaw because spasms and seizures
Wound sealants - external use only + enhance adherence of steri-strip/bandage
Tincture of benzoin
How many days do you need to keep the wound dry for skin glue?
5 days
What is the name of the product: minor cuts and abrasions, over dry sutured wounds, after suture removal, can help to protect unbroken blisters, can help to protect the skin from friction/blisters
Opsite spray-sealant
Exceptions to not removing object?
Cheek/jaw
Affects airway
For ampputation wound - the amputated part should be kept in what condition?
dry plastic bag on ice