Puncture
How can you prevent puncture wounds? Name one way.
Wear shoes with coverage and thick soles, wear protective gear in sports, clean up hazardous materials, etc.
What are two types of Avulsions?
Bone Avulsion, Skin Avulsion, Tendon/ligament avulsion
What is an amputation?
The surgical removal of a body part.
What happens when you pull out an impaled object yourself?
Severe, often life-threatening bleeding.
What is a sign or symptom of an avulsion?
pop/crack, sharp pain, swelling/bruising, difficulty moving limb, intense pain/bleeding, a gap where the skin is ripped off.
What are prosthetics?
Artificial replacement parts for your body.
What are the 3 types of puncture wounds?
Penetrating injury, puncture injury, impalement.
How could you avoid an Avulsion?
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, stretching/warming up before sports.
What are some reasons for amputation?
Diseases, Injuries, Tumors
What does the treatment of puncture wounds depend on?
Where it is, how deep it is, what caused it, and when it happened.
What is the first step to treating an avulsion?
Applying pressure to the wound to stop bleeding.
What are two examples of existing conditions that can increase your risks during and after amputation?
cardiovascular disease, trauma, cancer, infections.
What is the length and width of a puncture wound in which you should see a doctor?
1 cm length and depth
Why should you call 911 or go to a doctor immediately for an avulsion?
Avulsion injuries could lead to severe complications if they aren't treated properly.
Name two doctors a recovering amputee might need
A physical medicine and rehabilitation doctor, a physical therapist, a prosthetist or orthotic expert, an occupational therapist, a rehabilitation psychologist.