Every person’s life is full of unexpected troubles. Even just by cooking dinner in the kitchen, you are already putting yourself in rather serious danger. After all, cutting a finger is not such a trifle as it might seem to someone at first glance. Even with an ordinary kitchen knife, a wound can turn out to be very serious, as a result of which ambulance is required . It is useful for each person to familiarize themselves with a number of actions that may be extremely necessary in the event of a similar situation. In such a situation, you will be able to provide first aid on your own, not only to yourself, but also to a friend who is in trouble.
If the bleeding is especially profuse, then it is likely that a large vessel or artery is affected. In this case, immediately call for help. But while the doctors are on their way, it is very important to take a series of actions that will help stop or reduce the loss of blood by the body.
- Before you do anything with that part of the body where a deep cut appeared, be sure to sanitize your hands. Otherwise, pathogenic bacteria can enter the bloodstream. Then the cut will heal much longer, and the risk of subsequent suppuration is great.
- Make sure there are no foreign objects in the wound. Only then can one stop the blood. If the deep cut contains foreign bodies, they must be carefully removed. For example, tweezers.
- If the wound is not too wide and deep, then before starting to bandage, the skin around the cut should be treated with brilliant green. Please note that the product does not need to be poured directly into the wound itself. It will be enough to process only adjacent skin areas. This will prevent infection in the bloodstream.
- A deep cut of the finger will need to be bandaged so that the edges of the wound come together as close to each other as possible. There is a special method for applying dressings. When using it, the bandage is wrapped not only around the finger, but also around the wounded wound. This method will not allow the bandage to untie or slide.
- When providing first aid to the victim, it is advisable to use only sterile materials. If there is no bandage at hand, then you can try to stop the bleeding with a handkerchief or napkin. The material must first be disinfected with alcohol or a similar liquid.
- Do not lay cotton on a deep cut. It can leave fiber particles in the wound, which then interfere with the rapid healing. In addition, when the blood dries, cotton wool usually adheres firmly to the affected area of the skin. To remove it in the event of such a situation will not be easy. Never try to rip it off. If this still happened, then it must first be soaked so as not to damage the crust formed on the wound.
- A not too deep cut can be further treated with hydrogen peroxide. It helps to stop bleeding well , and also disinfects the surface of the wound. With deeper damage to the skin, it should not be used.
- You do not need to apply a bandage too tight, as this can disrupt blood circulation. Choose a medium density when wrapping the bandage.
- Even if you managed to stop the blood on your own, it is still necessary to visit a medical officer as soon as possible. He will additionally treat the deep cut with disinfectants, and will also determine if suturing is necessary. After all, sometimes in order for the edges of the wound to come together, it is necessary to connect them with special threads. Otherwise, the cut may bleed for a long time and leave behind an extensive scar. The doctor will tell you the best drugs for subsequent treatment and the obstacles of inflammatory processes in the damaged area of the skin.