How To Use A Bandage When Dressing A Wound?
May 16, 2022
The main components of the bandage are degreased gauze, which is used for surgical injury, sprain, post-operative dressing, fixation, etc., mainly to prevent infection. Medical bandages, if used correctly, can not only help the wound heal but also avoid infection or other secondary injuries to the wound. So, how do you wrap a wound with a bandage? Here are some tips on how to wrap a bandage.
1. The ring method
This method is mostly used on the wrist and the parts with the same thickness as the limbs. Start by wrapping the bandage in a circular overlap. The first circle is slightly oblique; the second and third circles are circular, and the oblique corner of the first circle is pressed into the circular ring, and finally, the end of the belt is fixed with glue, or the end of the belt can be cut into two heads. , then tie the knot.
2. The spiral method
This method is mostly used where the body thickness is the same. First, wrap a few turns in the circular method. Wrap each turn in a spiral over one-third or two-thirds of the previous turn.
3. Figure 8 method
Above and below the joint bending, first, wrap the bandage from bottom to top; then wrap it back and forth in a figure-8 shape from top to bottom.
4. Reverse the law
This method is mostly used for heads and amputated limbs. Fold back and forth with the bandage several times. The first circle usually starts from the center, and then each circle is left and right until the wound is completely covered, which is used as a ring to bandage and fix the folded ends. This method often requires an assistant to press the folded end of the bandage as it folds back. The tightness should be moderate.
In addition, we also need to pay attention to the fact that the wound must be cleaned before bandaging, and alcohol can be used for disinfection. The key to making a good bandage is not to be too tight or too loose. Otherwise, it will cause poor blood circulation or loose gauze. If you are inexperienced, after the bandage is applied, see if the far side of the body has become cold, whether there is swelling, etc.
