Note E — Chapter VII · Safety First
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Important Note.—Dressings are everything applied to a wounded or sore surface. A compress is the dressing which is placed directly upon the wound. It is usually made of clean new gauze. A bandage is the dressing which holds the compress (or other dressings) in place.
Compresses are used to—
1. Hold medication in place.
2. Protect sore place.
3. Stop bleeding.