Important Information
Deep cuts and punctures, wounds with embedded objects, human or animal bites that penetrate or old infected wounds need to be treated by a medical professional
Patients with wounds that do not stop bleeding with direct pressure or pressure points need immediate EMS care
Patient Care; Cuts & Scrapes
- Wear gloves and other barriers to protect yourself from disease transmission
- If necessary control bleeding with direct pressure
- Thoroughly wash wounds with water to remove all dirt and particles
- Cover a wound with a non-adhesive dressing and bandage securely
- Check the wound daily for signs of infection which could be redness, tenderness or presence of pus
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