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Bookmark or Share- Cuts and Puncture Wounds - HealthlineA puncture wound is a deep wound that occurs due to something sharp and pointed, such as a nail. The opening on the skin is small, and the puncture wound may not bleed much. Puncture wounds...
- Punctured Lung: Symptoms, Treatments, and Recovery - HealthlineA punctured lung occurs when air collects in the space between the two layers of the tissue lining your lung. This causes pressure on the lungs and prevents them from expanding. The medical term is...
- Types of Cuts, Lacerations and Puncture WoundsPunctures. Generally caused by a sharp, pointy object going directly into the body in a particular direction, a puncture wound does not usually bleed excessively and typically looks like it’s about to close up. Nails, teeth, tacks and other things are often the culprits of these wounds.
- Puncture wounds: First aid - Mayo ClinicTreatment. To take care of a puncture wound: Wash your hands. This helps prevent infection. Stop the bleeding. Apply gentle pressure with a clean bandage or cloth. Clean the wound. Rinse the wound with clear water for 5 to 10 minutes. If dirt or debris remains in the wound, use a washcloth to gently scrub it off.
- Wounds (abrasions, lacerations, puncture, or avulsions) | Catawba ...A puncture is a small hole caused by a pointy object like a nail, needle, or bullet (bullet puncture). When deep, punctures can damage internal organs. Avulsion occurs when there is a partial or complete tearing away of the skin and the tissue beneath. Avulsions typically occur during violent accidents.
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