Types
The skin wound that is caused by too much compression or blunt force and causes blood to trap under the skin.
What is a contusion?
Cleaning the area of possible infections.
What is washing the area?
When the affected area of skin crusts over during the healing/recovery process.
What is a scab?
When your skin is scraped against a rough surface.
What is an abrasion?
Using things like ice and elevation to increase the blood flow to that area.
What is RICE?
An external break in the skin
What is an open wound?
The penetration of skin by a sharp object.
What is a puncture wound?
A piece of fabric that helps aid against infections and stop bleeding.
What is a bandage?
The primary layer of skin.
What is the epidermis?
Deformity of the outer ear caused by a buildup of blood beneath the skin most commonly in rugby players and wrestlers.
What is cauliflower ear?
They hold tissue together while giving them time to heal.
What are stitches?
A substance that can easily infect open wounds.
What is dirt?
What is an incision?
A fluid that will help sanitize and clean the area and reduce infections, but it stings a lot.
A dangerous type of open wound requiring immediate treatment where the flesh is torn.
What is a laceration?