Which ED procedure involves closing a skin wound after cleaning it?

• A. Laceration Repair
• B. Nerve Block
• C. Arthrocentesis
• D. Epistaxis Control

Answer: (A)

Closing a skin wound after cleaning it is laceration repair. After thorough irrigation to remove debris and reduce bacteria, the wound edges are brought together and secured with sutures, staples, or skin adhesive. This step restores skin integrity, supports proper healing, and helps minimize scarring and infection risk. The other procedures serve different purposes: a nerve block provides anesthesia for the procedure, arthrocentesis drains or samples joint fluid, and epistaxis control manages nosebleeds. In laceration repair, factors like wound location, depth, contamination, and tension guide the choice of closure method and any local anesthesia used.