HOW TO CARE FOR A SCRAPED KNEE.

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  • Source:
    OYLA Magazine. Aug2024, Issue 45, p34-35. 2p. 9 Cartoon or Caricatures.
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    • Subject Terms:
      FIRST aid in illness & injury; PETROLATUM; ANTISEPTICS; ANTIBIOTICS; HEMORRHAGE
    • Abstract:
      The article focuses on the proper treatment of minor scraped knees, a common injury among children aged two to 14. It provides detailed steps for first aid, including washing hands, stopping bleeding, and cleaning the wound with water, while advising against the use of certain antiseptics that may cause irritation. It also discusses the importance of keeping the wound moist with antibiotic ointment or petroleum jelly, monitoring for signs of infection, and seeking medical help if necessary.