First Aid - Cuts - Study #1

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Q1) Minor cuts and scrapes usually don't require a trip to the emergency room. Yet proper care is essential to avoid __?__ or other complications.

infection

Q2) Name the guidelines can help you care for simple wounds?

1) Stop the bleeding, apply gentle pressure with a clean cloth or bandage.
2) Clean the wound. Rinse out the wound with clear water.
3) Apply an antibiotic. (Noesporin)
4) Cover the wound with a gauze bandage.
5) Change the dressing once a day.
6) Get stitches if a deep cut.
7) Watch for signs of infection.

Q3) The first layer of skin is called __?__.

epidermis

Q4) If possible, before you try to stop severe bleeding, wash your hands to avoid infection and put on synthetic gloves. True or False?

True

Q5) Name the steps you take for severe bleeding?

1) Have the injured person lie down.
2) While wearing gloves, remove any obvious dirt or debris from the wound.
3) Apply pressure directly on the wound. Use a sterile bandage, clean cloth or even a piece of clothing.
4) Maintain pressure (20 minutes) until the bleeding stops.
5) Bandage accordingly
6) Immobilize injured body part.

Q6) A puncture wound - such as results from stepping on a nail or being stuck with a tack - can be dangerous because of the risk of __?__.

infection

Q7) If the puncture is deep, is in your foot, is contaminated or is the result of an animal or human bite, see your doctor. True or False?

True

Q8) After bandaging, check circulation below the injury again to ensure blood flow has not been restricted by bandaging. True or False?

True

Q9) If the dressings become blood soaked, don't remove them, add more and continue pressure. True or False?

True
Removing the dressings may disturb blood clots and expose the wound to further contamination.

Q10) Depending on the severity of the bleeding, dial emergency for an ambulance or take the casualty to the __?__.

hospital