Free BCEN Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) Practice Question

Injection injuries from high-pressure devices such as paint guns should not be washed or irrigated initially as they typically deposit materials deep into the tissue, sometimes even reaching tendinous or joint spaces. Premature irrigation can potentially spread the contaminant further or disrupt forensic evidence. Initial management should focus on assessment, immobilization, and prompt surgical consultation, as these injuries often require surgical intervention to remove foreign material and reduce infection risk.