Having a dressing put on
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If you injure yourself and damage your skin you might need to have a dressing put on.
You may have a graze, a cut or a burn. -
The nurse will tell you what is going to happen.
They will usually clean a wound before covering it with a dressing.
The cleaning solution may feel cold. -
Dressing will be put on.
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The nurse will make sure the dressing stays on.
It may be taped and bandaged in place.
The nurse will tell you how long to keep the dressing on for. -
If you have injured your arm you may need to have a sling put on.
This will help to keep your arm still.