OBJECTIVES q We will apply health knowledge and
OBJECTIVES q We will apply health knowledge and skills to the development and analysis of personal goals to achieve and maintain long-term health and wellness. q I will be able to demonstrate the 6 steps to applying a sling. q I will be able to demonstrate how to care for severe external bleeding on a victim & how to care for an impaled object.
JOURNAL #1 12/9/2014 Steps to Applying a Sling: • • • Step 1. ) Hand across chest with elbow slightly above 90 Degrees Step 2. ) Top of triangular bandage to elbow (Tied) Step 3. ) Drape bandage across the chest inside the arm Step 4. ) Bring other end over shoulder Step 5. ) Tie a knot on the bandage Step 6. ) Tie Arm to torso “What’s Your Why”? – What does this quote mean?
BLEEDING & WOUNDS {Bleeding & Wounds Clip}
External Bleeding • Three types • Capillary (oozing) • Venous (flowing) • Arterial (spurting) • Open wounds Abrasion Laceration Incision Puncture Avulsion Amputation
Care for Minor External Bleeding • Wash with soap and water. • Flush with water. • Apply antibiotic ointment. • Cover wound. • Seek medical care for wounds with high likelihood of infection.
Care for Serious External Bleeding • Wear gloves if available. • Expose wound. • Cover with clean cloth or gauze. • Apply direct pressure. • Apply a pressure bandage. • DO NOT remove any blood-soaked dressings.
Billy the Bottle had An Accident
Wound Infection • Signs of infection — Swelling — Reddening — Warmth — Throbbing — Pus discharge • Seek medical care for infected wounds. • Get tetanus booster shot every 10 years.
Care for Amputations • Control bleeding. • Care for shock. • Recover amputated part. • Keep clean, dry, cool. • Transport the part with the victim.
Care for Impaled Objects • Expose area. • Do NOT remove the object. • Control bleeding around the object. • Stabilize the object. © E. M. Singletary, M. D. Used with permission.
Billy the Bottle Had Another Accident
Wounds That Require Medical Attention • Arterial bleeding • Uncontrolled bleeding • Deep wounds • Large or deeply embedded objects • Human or animal bite • Possibility of noticeable scar • Cut eyelid • Serious internal bleeding • Uncertain how to treat • Requires a tetanus shot
Internal Bleeding • Skin is not broken and blood is not seen. • Recognizing internal bleeding. • Bruising • Painful, tender area • Vomiting or coughing up blood • Black or bright red stool • Care for Minor Internal Bleeding • Apply ice for 20 minutes. • Apply compression for 2 hours. • Elevate if there is no fracture.
Dressings and Bandages Dressings Bandages
Dressings • Functions o Absorb blood o Prevent infection o Protect the wound • Types o Gauze pads o Adhesive strips o Trauma dressings o Improvised dressings Bandages • Functions o o Hold dressing in place Apply pressure to control bleeding Prevent or reduce swelling Support and stabilize an extremity or joint • Types o Gauze roller bandages o Elastic roller bandages o Triangular bandages
OBJECTIVES q. We will apply health knowledge and skills to the development and analysis of personal goals to achieve and maintain long-term health and wellness. q I will be able to demonstrate the 6 steps to applying a sling. q I will be able to demonstrate how to care for severe external bleeding on a victim & how to care for an impaled object.
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