Use tweezers cleaned with rubbing alcohol to remove the object.
If the object is under the surface of the skin, sterilize a clean, sharp needle by wiping it with rubbing alcohol. Use the needle to gently lift or break the skin over the object. Lift the tip of the object out and grasp it with your tweezers.
Squeeze the wound gently to allow bleeding to wash out germs.
Apply an antibiotic ointment to reduce chance of infection.
Put a sterile bandage on the area.
Follow Up
For a minor cut, remove bandage after a couple of days to promote healing.
See a health care provider if the cut doesn’t heal or shows signs of infection, including redness, swelling, pus, or excessive pain.
Having said all this do not forget to take TETANUS immunization BY DOCTOR.
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Fracturehappens when one of our bones becomes cracked or broken into multiple pieces. It can result from a sports injury, accident, or violent trauma.
Fractures usually aren’t life threatening, but they do require immediate medical care. We should learn how to recognize the symptoms of a broken bone, provide first-aid treatment, and get professional help if needed.
Symptoms:
Fractures can cause one or more of the following signs and symptoms:
intense pain in the injured area that gets worse when you move it
numbness in the injured area
bluish color, swelling, or visible deformity in the injured area
bone protruding through the skin
heavy bleeding at the injury site
How to provide first aid for fractures:
If it is suspected that someone has a broken bone, provide first-aid treatment and help them get professional care:
Stop any bleeding: If they’re bleeding, elevate and apply pressure to the wound using a sterile bandage, a clean cloth, or a clean piece of clothing.
Immobilize the injured area: If you suspect they’ve broken a bone in their neck or back, help them stay as still as possible. If you suspect they’ve broken a bone in one of their limbs, immobilize the area using a splint or sling.
Apply cold to the area: Wrap an ice pack or bag of ice cubes in a piece of cloth and apply it to the injured area for up to 10 minutes at a time to reduce swelling and pain.
Treat them for shock: Help them get into a comfortable position, encourage them to rest, and reassure them. Cover them with a blanket or clothing to keep them warm.
Get professional help: Call ambulance or help them get to the emergency department for professional care.You can summon professional help if you notice following things:
— You suspect they’ve broken a bone in their head, neck, or back
–The fractured bone has pushed through their skin
–They’re bleeding heavily .
If the person is not breathing we can start giving CPR or help them get to the emergency department by car or other means so a doctor can diagnose their condition and recommend appropriate treatment.
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