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How to Prevent Infection While Dealing with Wounds

How to Prevent Infection While Dealing with Wounds

The area must be cleaned so that any dirt is washed away and the wound must be covered with a dressing. A satisfactory dressing prevents micro-organisms from entering the wound but is porous enough to allow sweat to evaporate. If the dressing is not porous, the skin becomes moist, the dressing damp, and organisms multiply. […]

How to Secure a Dressing While Dealing with Wounds

How to Secure a Dressing While Dealing with Wounds

It is essential for dressings to remain in place, so they must be carefully secured. The way to secure a particular dressing depends on what type it is. Adhesive dressings These are small pads of gauze with a waterproof adhesive backing, which is often perforated to let moisture evaporate. They are supplied in paper or […]