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Procedure, part 1

To treat a minor cut at home first wash your hands thoroughly with soap to avoid infection. Next wash the cut with mild soap and water.

Procedure, part 2

Apply direct pressure to stop the bleeding.

Procedure, part 3

Apply an antibacterial ointment to coat and protect the wound.

Procedure, part 4

Once the wound has stopped bleeding cover it with a bandage that will not stick to the injury.

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Review Date: 01/04/2011

Jacob L. Heller, MD, MHA, Emergency Medicine, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, Washington. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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