Scrub the wound for 5 minutes with water and liquid soap. When the wound is clean, apply pressure for 10 minutes with a sterile gauze to stop any bleeding. Apply an antibiotic ointment and cover with a Band-Aid. Remove the bandage and clean the wound each day. Call your child's physician if you see any signs of infection.
Blood collects under a nail AND becomes very painful.
There is any dirt or grime in the wound you can't get out. A crush injury has damaged the skin or fingernail. A finger can't be opened and closed completely. Your child is not using the finger or toe normally after 1 week. You have other questions or concerns.