Prevention and treatment of injuries
Injuries are more common in everyday life, whether they are bruises, cuts or more severe traumas, which can put the body at risk of infection. Awareness of the prevention and treatment of infection among patients with trauma is essential to promote healing and prevent complications.
Why is the trauma so contagious?
When the natural barrier of skin has been destroyed, outside pathogens such as bacteria, viruses and fungi are available. At the site of the injury, the wounds may be contaminated with pollutants such as soil, dust and rust, all of which may carry large amounts of pathogenic microorganisms. Furthermore, local blood seepages and tissue deaths after injuries also provide an enabling environment for the growth and reproduction of pathogens. For example, a simple graft, if not addressed in a timely manner, can rapidly breed bacteria in warm and damp environments, resulting in bruises, increased pain and even septization.
Field treatment after trauma is a critical first step in the fight against infection.
Cleaning of wounds The wounds should be washed with clean and liquid water as soon as possible and the current can wash away most of the contaminants and bacteria. If the wound has visible foreign objects such as sandstones, wood crumbs, etc., it can be carefully removed from the sterilised tungsten, but it should be avoided by over-crowding the wound and by preventing the contaminant from reaching the tissue. Deeper wounds can be washed with physico-saline to reduce the likelihood of infection.
When washed, the wound can be sterilized around the wound with mild disinfectants such as iodine volts. Iodine volts have broad spectrum fungicide and are less irritant to skin and mucous membranes. The use of iodized alcohol, alcohol and other irritating disinfectants is avoided, so that the wounds do not cause pain and damage to normal tissue around the wounds.
Correct dressing and change of medicine.
Proper dressing protects the wound from new contamination. Packaging material should choose a clean, air-breathing gauze or bandage. The dressing is not too tight to affect the blood cycle and prevent healing. If the wound has seepage fluid, the dressing material should be replaced in a timely manner to keep the wound dry. For wounds with signs of infection, dressings with anti-bacterial function can be used under medical guidance.
The frequency of the change depends on the condition of the wound. The general clean little wound can be changed once in 2 – 3 days, while the contaminated or permeable wound may require a daily change. In the course of the drug exchange, care is taken to observe whether the wound is characterized by haematoma, fever, increased pain, increased seepage fluids, or anemic infections. If anomalies are detected, timely medical treatment should be provided.
Reasonable use of antibiotics
Preventive use In the case of some clean but alien residues that may be highly contaminated, doctors may use antibiotics preventively. It should be noted, however, that the use of antibiotics should be strictly in accordance with medical instructions and should not be used at will to avoid drug resistance and adverse reactions. For example, in the case of minor bruising, the preventive use of antibiotics is usually not required, while in the case of deep stab wounds and contamination of wounds, oral or inoculation of antibiotics may be required.
Treatment should be provided in a timely manner for diagnosis and treatment if symptoms of infection are already present in the wound. Doctors select appropriate antibiotics according to the type and severity of infection. In the course of the use of antibiotics, the medication is to be taken in a timely manner, without self-activating or altering the dose to ensure the complete elimination of the pathogens. Increased body resistance. Patients should maintain adequate sleep, a reasonable diet and more intake of protein-, vitamin- and mineral-rich food, such as skinny meat, fish, fresh vegetables and fruits, in order to promote healing and increased immunity. At the same time, poor living habits such as smoking and drinking can affect the healing of wounds and the resilience of bodies.
In short, the prevention and treatment of infection among patients with trauma requires a variety of approaches, including on-site treatment, substitution of drugs, rational use of antibiotics and increased body resistance. Proper treatment can effectively reduce the risk of infection, promote early healing, reduce the occurrence of complications and safeguard the health of patients. If there is any doubt about the treatment of external injuries or infection, it is important to seek the assistance of a professional medical practitioner in a timely manner.
