BANDAGING

• What is the critical skill in nursing and first aid mentioned in the study material?

  Bandaging
• What is the primary purpose of bandaging?

  To cover, support, and protect a wound or injured body part
• For what purposes can bandaging be used?

  Securing a dressing, immobilizing a body part, applying pressure to control bleeding
• What are the three types of bandages mentioned?

  • Gauze bandage
  • Elastic bandage
  • Tubular bandage
• How do different types of bandages vary?

  They differ based on the injury and its location
• What is a gauze bandage made of?

  Cotton
• What is the primary use of a gauze bandage?

  To cover wounds and hold dressings in place
• What is the purpose of an elastic bandage?

  To provide compression to reduce swelling or support sprained joints
• What is a tubular bandage designed to fit over?

  Joints such as knees or elbows
• What is the first principle of bandaging?

  Clean the wound to prevent infection
• Why is it important to choose the right size and type of bandage?

  To ensure it is appropriate for the size of the wound and the area being treated
• What can happen if a bandage is applied too tightly?

  It can cut off circulation, leading to more harm
• What should be checked after applying a bandage?

  Circulation in the area below the bandage
• What are signs of restricted blood flow to look for?

  Coldness, numbness, bluish skin
• What are the steps for circular bandaging?


  1. Place the end of the bandage on the area needing bandaging
  2. Wrap the bandage completely around the body part, overlapping each turn by half the width
  3. Continue wrapping until the area is covered and secure it
• What are the steps for figure-of-eight bandaging?


  1. Anchor the bandage below the joint
  2. Move the bandage upward, crossing it over the joint, then downward in a figure-eight pattern
  3. Wrap multiple times until securely covered and finish with a clip or pin
• What are the steps for spiral bandaging?


  1. Anchor the bandage with a circular wrap
  2. Move the bandage upward or downward in a spiral motion, overlapping each layer by about one-third to half the width
  3. Secure the bandage with tape or a clip
• What are the steps for recurrent bandaging?


  1. Anchor the bandage with a few circular wraps
  2. Pass the bandage back and forth over the injured area
  3. Secure the bandage with circular wraps and fasten with tape or a clip
• What are the steps for sling bandaging?


  1. Place the long edge of the triangular bandage under the arm
  2. Bring the top end over the shoulder on the injured side and tie it behind the neck
  3. Bring the lower end up and across the back and tie it at the shoulder
  4. Support the elbow at a 90-degree angle
• What are the steps for reverse spiral bandaging?


  1. Start with a spiral wrap to anchor
  2. Reverse the bandage direction at each turn
  3. Secure the bandage as needed
• What are the steps for tubular bandaging?


  1. Slip the tubular bandage over the affected area
  2. Ensure it fits snugly but not too tightly
• What are the steps for adhesive bandage application?


  1. Clean the wound
  2. Remove the backing of the adhesive bandage
  3. Center the gauze pad over the wound and press the adhesive sides down firmly
• What are the four uses of bandaging?


  1. Wound protection
  2. Compression
  3. Immobilization
  4. Support
• What care should be taken after bandaging?


  1. Regularly check for signs of poor circulation, infection, or increased pain
  2. Change the bandage as needed
  3. Seek medical attention if the injury worsens or shows signs of infection
• GAUZE BANDAGE


  • Lightweight, breathable bandage made of cotton, often used to COVER WOUNDS and HOLD DRESSINGS in place
  • Can also be used for LIGHT COMPRESSION
• ELASTIC BANDAGE


  • A STRETCHY BANDAGE often used for COMPRESSION to REDUCE SWELLING or SUPPORT SPRAINED JOINTS
• TUBULAR BANDAGE


  • A TUBE-SHAPED BANDAGE designed to FIT OVER JOINTS such as KNEES or ELBOWS
  • Provide SUPPORT or LIGHT COMPRESSION
• 5 PRINCIPLES OF BANDAGING

  1. CLEAN THE WOUND
  2. CHOOSE THE RIGHT SIZE AND TYPE OF BANDAGE
  3. APPLY EVEN PRESSURE
  4. SECURE THE DRESSING
  5. CHECK CIRCULATION
• CIRCULAR BANDAGING


  DESCRIPTION: the bandage is wrapped in a COMPLETE CIRCLE around the injured body part, COVERING THE AREA in layers

  USES: often used for SMALL, CYLINDRICAL body parts like fingers, toes, wrists.
• FIGURE-OF-EIGHT BANDAGING


  DESCRIPTION: the bandage is applied in a CRISSCROSS PATTERN resembling the FIGURE EIGHT shape.

  USES: typically used for JOINTS such as the ANKLE, KNEE, WRIST, ELBOW, or SHOULDER to PROVIDE SUPPORT and IMMOBILIZATION.
• SPIRAL BANDAGING


  DESCRIPTION: this technique involve WRAPPING the bandage in a SPIRAL MOTION up or down the length of a LIMB

  USES: commonly used on CYLINDRICAL BODY PARTS like ARMS, LEGS, or the TRUNK
• RECURRENT BANDAGING


  DESCRIPTION: this method involves folding the bandage BACK and FORTH over the injured area before securing it in place with CIRCULAR WRAPS

  USES: ideal for COVERING the HEAD, STUMPS (post-amputation), or the tips of fingers and toes
• SLING BANDAGING (TRIANGULAR BANDAGE)


  DESCRIPTION: A large-triangular bandage is used to create a sling to support an INJURED ARM or SHOULDER

  USES: Common for FRACTURES, SPRAINS, or IMMOBILIZATION of the arm or shoulder
• REVERSE SPIRAL BANDAGING


  DESCRIPTION: SIMILAR TO SPIRAL BANDAGING, but with a REVERSAL of the BANDAGE DIRECTION at each turn to better conform to the shape of the body part.

  USES: effective for bandaging UNEVEN surfaces, such as the lower leg or forearm.
• TUBULAR BANDAGING


  DESCRIPTION: This method involves using a SEAMLESS, TUBE-SHAPED BANDAGE designed to fit around joints, fingers, or limbs

  USES: common for providing light support or compression, especially over joints like elbows, knees, or fingers
• SPIRAL REVERSE BANDAGING


  DESCRIPTION: A variation of SPIRAL BANDAGING where the direction of the wrap if reversed at interval to create a more secure fit around tapered areas of the body

  USES: Applied to limbs where the circumference changes, such as the LOWER LEG or FOREARM
• ADHESIVE BANDAGE APPLICATION (BAND-AID)


  DESCRIPTION: small adhesive bandages with a built-in pad to protect MINOR CUTS and ABRASIONS

  USES: used for SMALL WOUNDS, MINOR CUTS, or ABRASIONS on fingers, arms, or other areas
• 4 USES OF BANDAGING

  1. WOUND PROTECTION: to prevent contamination and promote healing
  2. COMPRESSION: to reduce swelling and control bleeding
  3. IMMOBILIZATION: to keep injured body parts in place and prevent further injury
  4. SUPPORT: To provide support to sprained or strained joints
• CARE AFTER BANDAGING

  1. REGULARLY CHECK the bandaged area for SIGNS of POOR CIRCULATION, INFECTION, or INCREASED PAIN
  2. CHANGE the bandage AS NEEDED, especially if it becomes wet or soiled
  3. Seek medical attention if the injury WORSENS or if there are signs of INFECTION (e.g., redness, swelling, warmth)