Please provide some do's and don'ts on dealing with a puncture wound.

Ignore: Make sure you are up to date with tetanus immunization. A booster is required every ten years.

Ignore: Don't dig in it, or put anything in it, only dig in to remove a foreign body such as a sliver.

Do: Do make sure your tetanus is up to date after a puncture wound.

Ignore: Don't let a puncture close too fast, sometimes it's best to pinch the area so the skin stays open.

Do: Do ensure your tetanus shot is up to date after a puncture wound.

Ignore: Puncture wounds can lead to tetanus or lock jaw, so if it's a dirty wound u should get it checked.

Ignore: Do have it checked and watched for infection. Don't squeeze it or pick at the skin.

Ignore: Ensure your Tetanus immunization is up to date.

Ignore: Irrigate wound well with room-temperature water. Make sure tetanus is up to date -booster within 72h.

Ignore: Wash all wounds with soap and water. Cleanse area with an antiseptic. Cover the wound. Seek help.

Ignore: Don't mess with a puncture wound! Tetanus and Infection prevention are a must with close follow up.

Ignore: Keep clean and dry. Absorbent bandage. Heals from the base up. Update tetanus (every 10yrs).