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Bleeding and Wounds
External Bleeding (1 of 2)
• Three types– Capillary (oozing)– Venous (flowing)– Arterial (spurting)
External Bleeding (2 of 2)
• Open wounds1.) Abrasion
2.) Laceration
3.) Incision
4.) Puncture
5.) Avulsion
6.)Amputation
Care for Minor External Bleeding
• Wash with soap and water.
• Flush with water.
• Apply antibiotic ointment.
• Cover wound.
• Seek medical care for wounds with high likelihood of infection.
Care for Serious External Bleeding (1 of 2)
• Wear gloves if available.
• Expose wound.
• Cover with clean cloth or gauze.
• Apply direct pressure.
Care for Serious External Bleeding (2 of 2)
• Apply a pressure bandage.
• DO NOT remove any blood-soaked dressings.
Wound Infection
• Signs of infection— Swelling
— Reddening
— Warmth
— Throbbing
— Pus discharge
• Seek medical care for infected wounds.
• Get tetanus booster shot every 10 years.
Care for Amputations
• Control bleeding.
• Care for shock.
• Recover amputated part.
• Keep clean, dry, cool.
• Transport the part with the victim.
Care for Impaled Objects
• Expose area.
• Do NOT remove the object.
• Control bleeding around the object.
• Stabilize the object.
© E. M. Singletary, M.D. Used with permission.
Wounds That Require Medical Attention
• Arterial bleeding• Uncontrolled bleeding• Deep wounds• Large or deeply
embedded objects• Human or animal bite
• Possibility of noticeable scar
• Cut eyelid• Serious internal
bleeding• Uncertain how to treat• Requires a tetanus
shot
Internal Bleeding
• Skin is not broken and blood is not seen.
• Recognizing internal bleeding– Bruising– Painful, tender area– Vomiting or coughing up blood– Black or bright red stool
Care for Minor Internal Bleeding
• Bruised arm or leg – Apply ice for 20 minutes.– Apply compression for 2 hours.– Elevate if there is no fracture.
Care for Serious Internal Bleeding
• Call 9-1-1.
• Care for shock.
• If vomiting occurs, roll victim onto his or her side.
Dressings and Bandages
Dressings Bandages
Dressings• Functions
– Absorb blood– Prevent infection– Protect the wound
• Types– Gauze pads– Adhesive strips– Trauma dressings– Improvised
dressings
Bandages
• Functions– Hold dressing in
place – Apply pressure to
control bleeding– Prevent or reduce
swelling– Support and
stabilize an extremity or joint
• Types– Gauze roller
bandages– Elastic roller
bandages– Triangular
bandages