When dealing with an avulsion, what is the primary concern?

The primary concern when dealing with an avulsion is controlling the bleeding. An avulsion is a type of injury where a portion of skin and underlying tissue is forcibly torn away from the body, which can lead to significant blood loss due to damaged blood vessels. It is crucial to promptly manage any bleeding that may occur.

Injuries like avulsions can expose blood vessels, and if not properly controlled, this can lead to shock or other serious complications. Therefore, applying direct pressure to the wound and utilizing dressings to help control bleeding is essential. While managing pain and preventing further injury are important aspects of care, they come after ensuring that life-threatening bleeding is addressed first. Immediate wound repair may also be necessary later, but it is important to stabilize the patient and control bleeding before moving on to any repair procedures.