Cuts and scrapes: First aid
Minor cuts and scrapes usually don't require a trip to the emergency room. Yet proper care is essential to avoid infection or other complications. These guidelines can help you care for simple wounds: Rinse out the wound with clear water. Soap ... [... more]
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Puncture wounds: First aid
A puncture wound doesn't usually cause excessive bleeding. Often the wound seems to close almost instantly. But these features don't mean treatment isn't necessary. A puncture wound - such as results from stepping on a nail or being stuck with a ... [... more]
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Severe bleeding: First aid
If possible, before you try to stop severe bleeding, wash your hands to avoid infection and put on synthetic gloves. Don't reposition displaced organs. If the wound is abdominal and organs have been displaced, don't try to push them back into ... [... more]
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