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What is a closed wound?

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∙ 16y ago

Updated: 11/16/2022

Closed wound- An injury to underlying tissues without a break in the skin or mucous membrane

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∙ 16y ago

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What are the 2 types of wound?

opened and closed wound.

Is a bruise closed?

Yes, a bruise is a closed wound.

Is rapid breathing a closed wound?

No, rapid breathing is a sign, not a wound.

What is a symptom of a closed wound?

A closed wound is characterised firstly by a crust (scab) formed when blood congeals. This is the body's defense against further infection entering the wound. When the wound is completely healed, and the scab falls away, a scar is left on the damaged skin.

What are the 2 kinds of wound?

v Openv Closed

Is coughing up blood a sign of a closed wound?

What is the loop of thread around a wound to keep it closed?

Stitch

What is a break in the continuity of tissues and can be classified as open or closed wound called?

Sewing a wound closed - series?

Sewing a wound closed, part 1Grip a suture needle securely using a needle driver instrument.Sewing a wound closed, part 2Push the needle through the skin and into the base of the wound. Then pull the suture through the first side of the wound.Sewing a wound closed, part 3Push the needle through the base of the opposite side of the wound and bring it out as before. Tie the suture to close the wound.Sewing a wound closed, part 4When the suture is properly in place, it should form a U-shape.Sewing a wound closed, part 5To tie a suture, first loop it around the needle driver twice. Next, grab the short end of the suture with the needle driver.Sewing a wound closed, part 6Start by creating the first knot of a loop. Next, make a second single loop in the opposite direction. This completes the square knot.Reviewed ByReview Date: 09/13/2006A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team: Meredith Nienkamp, M.S.M.I., Dan Johnson, M.S.M.I., Lisa Higginbotham, M.S.M.I. Review also provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

Why do you think is it extremely important for a closed wound suction drain to work properly?

Because if the wound is closed, the drain is the only way all the nasty fluids can drain out of it..If the fluids are stuck in there, like if the drain is clogged, then the wound cant heal properly and the waste from the wound can cause worse infection or systemic infection like sepsis.

What are souchers?

Stitches for cut to keep the wound closed and help prevent infection

What is meant by stitches and staples?

Stitches and staples are two methods by which a wound may be closed.

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