Major principles for wound dressing. 1  Use Standard Precautions at all times.  When using a swab or gauze to cleanse a wound, work from the clean area out toward the dirtier area. (Example: When cleaning a surgical incision, start over the incision line, and swab downward from top to bottom).
Definition of Assertion When someone makes a statement investing his strong belief in it, as if it is true, though it may not be, he is making an assertion. Assertion is a stylistic approach or technique involving a strong declaration, a forceful or confident and positive statement regarding a belief or a fact. Often, it is without proof or any support. Its purpose is to express ideas or feelings directly, for instance, âI have put my every effort to complete this task today.â
Basic Assertion. Simple expression of standing up for personal rights, beliefs, feelings or opinions. Example: When being interrupted, Excuse me, I'd like to finish what I'm saying.. Empathic Assertion. Recognition of other person's situation or feelings followed by another statement standing up for speaker's rights. Example: I know you are feeling angry and frustrated while you wait for a response.