How to Treat a Child's Cut, Scrape, or Bruise

Children are so active that there's always a chance they will get cuts, scrapes and bruises. Stay calm and follow these tips to get your child back on their feet.

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You Will Need

  • Cold pack
  • Doctor
  • Soap
  • Water
  • Washcloth
  • Antibacterial cream/spray
  • Band-Aids or gauze
  • Sterile gauze
  • Scissors (optional)

Steps

  1. Step 1

    Apply cold pack

    Apply a cold pack to a bruise for 20 minutes to stop internal bleeding.

  2. Step 2

    Elevate the area

    Elevate the bruised area for 15 minutes. Contact a doctor after 24 hours if the bruise does not get better.

  3. Seek medical attention if the bruised area becomes swollen.

  4. Step 3

    Apply pressure

    Apply direct pressure to cuts and scrapes for 10 minutes to stop the bleeding.

  5. Step 4

    Clean the wound

    Clean the wound with soap and water.

  6. Step 5

    Use a washcloth to gently scrub away dirt.

  7. Cut off loose pieces of skin with sterilized scissors.

  8. Step 6

    Apply antibacterial cream or spray to prevent infection.

  9. Step 7

    Cover the wound with a band-aid or sterile gauze. Contact your doctor if the cut or scrape looks infected, or does not heal within 10 days.

  10. blood vessels under the skin rupture.

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