First on the Scene First Aid and CPR 1 First on the Scene – Lesson 15 Wound Care – 2 types of wounds Open  The skin is broken.  Degree of external bleeding will vary. Closed  Skin is intact.  May be internal bleeding.

First on the Scene First Aid and CPR 2 First on the Scene – Lesson 15 Minor Wound Care – Open Wound  Wash your hands; apply gloves.  Fully expose the wound.  Gently wash loose material from the surface.  Wash and dry surrounding skin wiping away from the wound.  Dress and bandage the wound.  Remove and dispose of gloves.  Wash your hands. Antibiotic cream can be used on superficial wounds and abrasions Student Reference Guide p. 15-1

First on the Scene First Aid and CPR 3 First on the Scene – Lesson 15 Tetanus – aka “lock-jaw”  T etanus is a potentially fatal disease characterized by severe muscle spasms.  wounds that are at high risk of tetanus infection include: deep wounds, animal bites, wounds contaminated by soil, dust or animal feces.  if at risk, get medical help. Student Reference Guide p CAUTION

First on the Scene First Aid and CPR 4 First on the Scene – Lesson 15 First aid for a Nose bleed Instruct the casualty to -  Squeeze the soft part of the nose firmly for about 10 minutes or until bleeding stops.  Lean forward to allow blood to drain from the nose and mouth. Student Reference Guide p Do not try to stop a nosebleed resulting from a head injury. Allow the blood to drain and get medical help.

First on the Scene First Aid and CPR 5 First on the Scene – Lesson 15 Open wounds – skin is broken; abdominal organs may protrude out from the wound. Closed wounds – skin is intact; extent of internal damage may not be evident. Complications include - severe bleeding, shock and infection from ruptured abdominal organs. Abdominal injuries Student Reference Guide p

First on the Scene First Aid and CPR 6 First on the Scene – Lesson 15 First Aid - Open Abdominal Wounds  Expose the wound.  Position the casualty to prevent the wound from opening further (head and shoulders raised; knees flexed and supported).  Cover the wound with a large, moist, sterile gauze dressing, or a soft, clean, moist towel.  Secure the dressing lightly in place without putting pressure on protruding organs. Student Reference Guide p