Question 1

What minor cuts can be managed at home versus in A&E?

Accepted Answer

Small, shallow cuts that stop bleeding with pressure and can be cleaned are usually suitable for home or first aid management; deep, gaping, contaminated or facial wounds, or those that will not stop bleeding, should be assessed urgently by healthcare professionals.

Question 2

What minor cuts can be managed at home versus in A&E?

Accepted Answer

Small, shallow cuts that stop bleeding with pressure and can be cleaned are usually suitable for home or first aid management; deep, gaping, contaminated or facial wounds, or those that will not stop bleeding, should be assessed urgently by healthcare professionals.

Question 3

What minor cuts can be managed at home versus in A&E?

Accepted Answer

Small, shallow cuts that stop bleeding with pressure and can be cleaned are usually suitable for home or first aid management; deep, gaping, contaminated or facial wounds, or those that will not stop bleeding, should be assessed urgently by healthcare professionals.

What minor cuts can be managed at home versus in A&E?

What minor cuts can be managed at home versus in A&E?

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