Wounds Flashcards

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Classification of wounds

A

Open and closed wounds

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Different types of wounds

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Incision = Clean cut
Laceration = Torn wound
Puncture = Stab wound
Abrasion = Scrape
Gunshot = Bullet wound
Contusion = Bruise caused by blunt violence
Avulsions = Torn wound -with a large piece of skin torn away.
Amputations = Complete or partial loss of a body part.
Burn = Caused by heat, radiation or chemicals

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3
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Dangers of wounds

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Bleeding
Infection
Shock

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4
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General PEC of wounds

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Examine the wound for foreign bodies
Control serious bleeding
Clean around and away from the wound with a clean material and water
Apply a clean dressing
Check for perfusion i.e. pulse, temperature, colour and sensation, especially when the wound is on the limb
Apply bandage
Treat for shock

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5
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Specific PEC of a wound with embedded object.

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Do not remove embedded foreign objects from the wound.
Control serious bleeding by applying pressure around the object.
Clean around and away from the object with a clean material and water.
Place a clean dressing around the object without disturbing the object.
Cover the object around with a ring pad that is large enough to cover the object
Bandage the ring pad in place with a bandage to stabilize the object.
Do not apply pressure on the object.

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