Types of Bandages Description

Compression bandage - is a long strip

of stretchable cloth that you can wrap
around a sprain or strain. It's also
called an elastic bandage or a
Tensor bandage. The gentle pressure of
the bandage helps reduce swelling, so
it may help the injured area feel better.

Gauze bandage - bleached cotton

cloth of plain weave used for
bandages and
dressings. gauze. bandage, patch - a
piece of soft material that covers and
protects an injured part of the body.

Triangular Bandage - to support an

injured forearm; consisting of a
wide triangular piece of cloth hanging
from around the neck. Synonyms:
scarf bandage, sling Type of: bandage,
patch. a piece of soft material that
covers and protects an injured part of
the body.

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 Types of Open Wounds Definitions
Laceration - a deep cut or tear in skin
or flesh.

Abrasion - an area damaged by

scraping or wearing away.

Avulsion - In medicine, an avulsion is

an injury in which a body structure is
torn off by either trauma or surgery

Puncture - to pierce with or as if with

a pointed instrument or
object puncture the skin with a needle.

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