Introduction to

Wound Care
Wound care involves every stage of wound management. This includes
diagnosing wound type, considering factors that affect wound healing, and the
proper treatments for wound management.

by Hienz Pachejo
Types of Wounds

1 Abrasions 2 Lacerations
Superficial wounds caused by scraping or Cuts or tears in the skin, often caused by sharp
rubbing the skin. objects.

3 Punctures 4 Burns
Wounds created by a pointed object penetrating Damage to the skin and underlying tissues
the skin. caused by heat, chemicals, or electricity.
Wound Assessment
Size Location Appearance

Measure the length, width, and Note where the wound is on the Observe the color, texture, and
depth of the wound to monitor body, as this can impact healing signs of infection or
progress. and treatment. inflammation.
Materials for Cleaning Wounds
Saline Solution Gauze Pads
Sterile saline solution is used to gently cleanse the Soft, absorbent gauze pads are used to apply the
wound and remove debris. saline and wipe away contaminants.

Antiseptic Wipes Tweezers

Antiseptic wipes can help disinfect the wound and Sterile tweezers may be used to carefully remove
surrounding skin. any foreign objects or debris.
Wound Cleansing and Debridement
Cleansing 1
Gently clean the wound with saline
solution to remove dirt, debris, and dead
tissue. 2 Debridement
Remove any non-viable tissue, such as
dead skin or foreign matter, to promote
Drying 3 healing.
Pat the wound dry with sterile gauze, being
careful not to irritate the area.
Wound Dressings and Products

Bandages Gauze Hydrogels Ointments

Protect the wound and Absorb drainage and Help keep the wound Provide antimicrobial
provide a barrier against help maintain a moist moist and promote protection and prevent
infection. wound environment. healing. infection.
Steps in Cleaning Wounds

Wash Hands Cleanse Wound Apply Dressing

Thoroughly clean your hands Gently rinse the wound with Cover the cleaned wound with a
with soap and water to prevent saline solution to remove any sterile dressing to protect it and
the spread of germs. dirt or debris. promote healing.