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Soft Tissue Injuries

Introduction Have you ever suffered an injury that bled? What caused the injury? How was it cared for?

Introduction Have you ever suffered a sunburn or another type of burn? How did the injury happen? Did it scar? Could these soft tissue injuries have been prevented?

Soft Tissue Injuries Students will be able to: Recognize the signals of bleeding Injuries Demonstrate proper care for a bleeding victim Identify signals of burns. Provide appropriate care for a burn.

Soft Tissue Injuries Open Wound A wound that opens the skin and bleeds externally.

Types of Open Wounds Abrasion Also called a Graze Usually not very deep

Types of Open Wounds Incision A straight line cut Done by an instrument Scalpel

Types of Open Wounds Laceration A jagged cut caused by forcible tearing of skin

Type of Open Wounds Avulsion A tearing away of skin or body part usually leaving a flap of tissue.

Types of Open Wounds Puncture Wound Caused by an object Penetrates the skin and may still be embedded.

Caring for Open Wound Direct Pressure Use sterile dressing Glove up Use sterile dressing Apply pressure for a few minutes

Caring for Open Wounds Elevation Maintain direct pressure while elevating injury site above the heart.

Care of minor wounds Wash with soap & water Apply antibiotic ointment Cover with a Band- Aid or dress & bandage

Why Bandage? Covers body part Holds a dressing in place Prevents further contamination Provides direct pressure to control bleeding

Care for Severe Bleeding Glove up! Apply direct pressure Place dressing on wound Bandage dressing If wound bleeds through the dressing & bandage, apply more dressing & bandage on top of existing bandages Call 911 if bleeding will not stop or is severe

How to Bandage Secure bandage in place Place sterile dressing on wound Bandage should start distal and spiral proximal Do not cover fingers or toes unless absolutely necessary Check fingers & toes for circulation Place sterile dressing on wound Gauze Pad Apply roller bandage to anchor in place Use overlapping spirals & cover dressing completely

Soft Tissue Injury Closed Wound A wound underneath the skin that does not bleed externally

Types of Closed Wounds Contusion Bleeding underneath the skin caused by a direct blow AKA: Bruise

Types of Closed Wounds Internal Bleeding This can be fatal Usually associated with vital organs, major blood vessels or deep within the muscle This can be fatal

Signs of Internal Bleeding Because bleeding can not be seen, rescuer needs to identify signs: Tender, swollen, hard areas of the body Rapid, weak pulse Change in skin color (blue or ashy) Vomiting or passing blood Excessive thirst Change in consciousness

Internal Bleeding Care Call 911/EMS Have victim rest Keep victim calm & comfortable Do not give anything to eat or drink Keep victim from getting chilled or overheated If safe to do so, elevate legs about 12” Monitor ABC’s

Soft Tissue Injuries Burns Injury that results from Heat, Chemical Agents, Electricity or Radiation (sun)

Types of Burns First Degree Burn Superficial minor burn that involves skins surface. Tender & slight swelling, will resolve in a week.

Types of Burns Second Degree Burn A burn that exhibits blisters and may scar. Wound resolves in about 2 weeks.

Types of Burns Third Degree Burn Severe burn that can damage tissue all the way to the bone. May be painless due to nerve damage. Needs medical attention and probably surgery to repair.

Burn Care Remove victim from burn source Cool burn with large amounts of water Cover burn with dry, loose sterile dressing

Soft Tissue Injuries Burn Care – DOS Break blisters Call 911 if: Burn Care – DON’TS Burn Care – DOS Break blisters Pick out debris stuck in a burn Try to clean a severe burn Use any kind of ointment on a severe burn Touch a burn with anything except a clean covering Apply direct pressure Call 911 if: If caused by chemical, fire or explosion Airway or breathing difficulty involved Burns to a small child (5) or elderly person (60) Burn to head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia

Soft Tissue Injuries