How Do You Clean A Wound And Apply A Wound Dressing?
When a cut or wound occurs, it’s really important to wash and disinfect the wound properly in order to avoid infection and scarring from the injury. Proper wound dressing technique is also important to help prevent infection. Read on to learn how to wash, disinfect and dress a cut or other wound. STOP THE BLEEDING: A wound cannot be treated until the bleeding is brought under control. To stop bleeding, apply firm pressure to the wound. Sterile gauze pads are ideal, but they’re not always available. A clean paper towel or cloth is a suitable substitute. WASH THE WOUND: Once the bleeding has stopped, the wound must be washed to clean away debris and bacteria. Use an anti-bacterial soap to wash the wound for two full minutes and flush the cut under running water for two full minutes. DISINFECT THE WOUND WITH BETADINE: Betadine is a surgical-grade antiseptic solution that will kill bacteria and prevent infection. Pour some betadine over the wound and be sure it’s applied to the area around
