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Q: What happens when a puncture in the skin occurs?
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What happens if a finger is excessively milked during skin puncture?

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Occurs when a part of your body is subjected to extreme or constant pressure such as from a sharp or hard object?

Usually that will result in a puncture although if the pressure or sharpness isn't sufficient to puncture the skin it will probably cause some bruising.


How much psi does it take to puncture the skin?

It typically takes about 14 psi (pounds per square inch) to puncture human skin. However, the exact amount can vary depending on factors such as the thickness of the skin, the angle of the object, and the force behind the puncture.


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Do tattoos puncture veins?

No, a tattoo needle doesn't penetrate the skin deeply enough to puncture a vein.


What is Procedure to skin prior to routine puncture?

Clean the skin if practical and necessary. Then, applicaiton of disinfectant if the skin is not punctured (alcohol) or antiseptic if the skin is punctured (betadyne, hydrogen peroxide). With puncture wounds, plan on a tetanus update, if necessary.


Can a rat snake puncture your skin?

It depends how big the snake is. Young ones' teeth are tiny, and are unlikely to puncture a persons skin. An adult, however, has teeth that are 3-4mm long, and are capable of breaking the skin.


Is a wound caused by a pointed object piercing the skin such as nail a piece of glass a weapon or other debris?

A puncture.


How do fleas acquire blood?

they puncture your skin and suck blood


Why to do one quick stab in skin puncture?

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What happens if you puncture a tennis ball?

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