Definition of WOUNDS:-

Wounds are breaks in the continuity of a tissue of a body,

either internal or external.
I -Ice Compression
C - Compression
E - Elevate
S - Splints
 CLASSIFICATION OF
WOUNDS
Open – a break in the skin or in the mucus
membrane.
Closed – involves underlying tissues without a
break in the skin or mucus membrane.

OPEN WOUNDS CLOSED WOUNDS

First Aid for Open Wound
When bleeding is not severe
Apply a sterile dressing and bandage
so that the dressing won't slip.
Send the casualty to a physician.
2. When bleeding is severe
Apply Direct Pressure to stop the
bleeding.
Elevate the injured part.
Apply pressure on the supplying
artery (Pressure Point)
Apply a pressure bandage.
 Closed wounds (hematoma( bruise) and
crushing injuries)
Ice - put ice on the wound (recommended in instances of
20 minutes on, 20 minutes off) Direct contact of ice with
the skin is discouraged, as this may cause ice burns or
abrasions. Wrapping the ice in a towel prevents this.
Compress - use a pressure dressing or manual compression
to slow or stop internal bleeding.
Elevate - if the injury is on a limb, elevate injured tissue
above the heart. This will help to keep the swelling down,
which decreases pain.
Splint - If necessary, splint above and below the wound to
slow or stop bleeding and to reduce pain.
1. Abrasion WOUNDS- a wound where the skin
layers have been scraped off. Generally shallow,
with no/slight bleeding and is dirty. It is likely to
be infected.
First Aid for Abrasion WOUNDS
Inspect the wound for foreign matter.
Wash thoroughly with clean water.
Swab with a diluted antiseptic solution.
Cover with a light, dry dressing if necessary.
2. Laceration WOUNDS- a deep wound with associated loss
of tissue —can be from a barbed wire or any rough edged
instruments. Generally torn, irregularly edged, has serious
bleeding and there is danger of either or both Hemorrhage or
Infection.
3. Incision WOUNDS- type of wound made by 'slicing' with a
sharp knife or sharp piece of metal. This generally looks
clean, is deep and has severe bleeding. There is danger of
Hemorrhage or Infection here also.
First Aid for Laceration and Incision
•Quickly check the wound for foreign matter.
•Immediately apply pressure to stop any
bleeding.
•Apply a firm roller bandage.
•Rest and elevate injured limb if injuries
permit.
Puncture WOUNDS- are perforations, and may be
due to a corkscrew or a bullet, etc. It is characterized
by small openings that are deep and serious. There is
bleeding and danger of Hemorrhage or Infection is
present.
First Aid Puncture WOUNDS
Inspect the wound — do not remove any
penetrating object. Support with a ring pad.
Apply pressure – direct/indirect to stop any
bleeding.
Apply non-adherent pad or dressing.
Apply a firm roller bandage.
Rest and elevate injured limb if injuries permit.