Chapter 7 Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
What are the types of open wounds? (APAIL)
A
Abrasion, puncture, avulsion, incision, laceration
2
Q
What is an example of an avulsion?
A
Flap of skin still connected
3
Q
What is an example of a laceration?
A
Tear skin, injury is more jagged
4
Q
How do you clean shallow wounds?
A
Wash inside with soap and water, irrigate, remove small objects, antibiotic ointment
5
Q
When is it appropriate to close a high risk wound?
A
Leave it open
6
Q
What causes blisters (3)?
A
Heat, friction, bed sores
7
Q
You put a ____ on a wound
A
Dressing
8
Q
You put a _____ on a dressing to secure it
A
Bandage
