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This leaflet provides information and advice on caring for your wound at home. There are different types of wounds, so it is important to follow any advice given on discharge. Wounds . Wounds may be stitched or metal clips or staples may be used to help hold the skin edges together and heal.
TURN AT LEAST EVERY 1-2 HOURS! DO NOT use wet-to-dry dressings! DO NOT wrap tape completely around an extremity! Be gentle! If culture indicated, cleanse wound bed with saline, then express drainage from wound bed.
19 wrz 2024 · Accidents and injuries are a part of childhood, but with the right care, your child’s wound can heal properly with minimal scarring. Knowing when to seek medical attention, how to care for wounds, and the most common mistakes to avoid can help you feel prepared to care for your child’s wound.
What can I do to help my child’s wound heal? Follow any instructions that you have been given by the health care professional or GP that are specific to your child’s wound. Do not remove your child’s dressing unless this has been discussed with the health care professional and is part of your child’s wound care plan.
3 maj 2024 · Learn how to treat cuts, scrapes and other minor injuries in children. First stop any bleeding by firmly pressing a clean cloth or gauze over the wound. Clean the wound using cool water. Keep a bandage on the cut or scrape until it has formed a scab. Keep the healing wound covered if it is likely to get dirty or irritated.
Once bleeding stops: Gently wash the wound with soap and water for five minutes. If your child persistently objects, try soaking the wound in the bathtub. Cleaning the wound will decrease the chance of infection and prevent dark spots caused by dirt trapped in the skin.
The good news about wound healing is that young bodies heal faster. Help your child take good care of the wound and follow the doctor's advice. Before long, the wound will be a distant memory.
