[header] How to care for minor abrasions and scratches [title] Wash your hands with soap and water. [step] Before you start treating your or another person's wound, clean your hands with warm water and soap. If you are treating another person, put on disposable gloves.
[header] How to care for minor abrasions and scratches [title] Wash your hands with soap and water. [step] Before you start treating your or another person's wound, clean your hands with warm water and soap. If you are treating another person, put on disposable gloves.
When you do wash your hands with water, try to wash away any debris from the wound as it may be the object of the larger abrasions. [substeps] Never use salt on a puncture wound or other minor abrasions. Try to have non-latex gloves on hand because some people have latex allergies. [substeps] Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds and dry them on a clean towel. [title] Apply aloe vera gel in a thin layer. [step] Aloe vera gel is a good waxy or protective agent for skin and nails. [substeps] Do not touch any part of the healing wound with your hands, as this could interfere with the healing process. [title] Pour a small amount of the saline solution into a small bowl.