Basic Info
Symptoms
Bleeding; Loss of feeling or function below the wound site; Pain.
Tests
The goals of wound care include reducing risks that inhibit wound healing, enhancing the healing process, and lowerin...
Treatments
If the wound is bleeding severely, call 911. Minor cuts and puncture wounds can be treated at home. Take the followin...
Complications
Hematoma: dressings should be inspected for hemorrhage at intervals during the first 24 hours after surgery. A large ...
Prevention
Keep knives, scissors, firearms, and breakables out of the reach of children. When children are old enough, teach the...
Doctor Specialties
Members of the health care team actively work to reduce patients' exposure to infections, as well as to administer pr...
Basic Info