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The alcohol kills microbes that can cause infections.
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How do you put disinfect in a simple sentence?
1. I needed to disinfect my wound.2. The doctor had to disinfect his tools before the operation.
Why does it hurt when you disinfect a wound?
When you have a fresh wound you have exposed nerve endings. When these nerve endings are stimulated it is sensed by your brain as pain.
Does hot water disinfect better then cold water?
Cold water will not disinfect. Water must be boiling for it to be able to disinfect anything. It is not recommended to pour boiling water on the skin, though. If you're looking to disinfect a wound, try alcohol.
What medicine should you take for a cut on your finger?
To disinfect, try rubbing alchol. If it gets worse and you get gangreen, try peroxide.It worked for me!(for external use only!)
Does bleach disinfect cuts and or bites?
Yes, though it can damage the living tissue. I have used straight bleach on a wound and now I have a spot on my forearm where I can't get tan.
Applying pressure to a wound What other steps should be taken when treating a wound?
Apply pressure, clean with soap and water if it is a small cut, disinfect and bandage. Then sanitize the sink or any area where blood or other bodily fluids might have contaminated.
A sentence with the word disinfect?
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Can garter snake bites get infected?
Yes, any snakebite can become infected. Wash and disinfect the bite area thoroughly and cover with a bandage.
Does hydrogen peroxide help disinfect a deep cut?
You are never to put hydrogen peroxide on a deep cut or wound, as it could possibly damage tissue and cause loss of sensation.
How do you apply pressure to an open wound?
A Wash and clean it throughly. B Disinfect it. C Stop any flow of blood. D Assess the wound's edges, if they are jagged then see a doctor, of they are 'clean' then it may be enough to apply an antibacterial ointment and a suitable dressing. E Clean the wound and re-bandage it every day.
How many types of alchol are there in numbers?
# what types of alchol are used during these numbers? # How many people take alchol a year? # Does people realize,what alchol can do to there body?
Can you use epsom salt soak for fresh wound?
Yes. Epsom salts are not "salt" but actually magnesium sulfate. A moderate soak will help alleviate inflammation and help disinfect the wound. Follow the directions on the box.
