Question

1. what is the first step in treating a minor cut?

apply pressure to stop bleeding.
rinse the wound with alcohol.
apply a bandage immediately.
wash your hands to prevent infection.

1. how should you clean a minor scrape?

wipe it with a dry cloth.
use hydrogen peroxide.
cover it immediately without cleaning.
rinse with clean water to remove dirt and debris.

1. what is a sign of infection in a wound?

the wound scabs over.
mild pain at the site.
the wound is tender when touched.
redness, swelling, or pus at the wound site.

Explanation:

1. When treating a minor cut, washing hands first prevents introducing bacteria.
2. Rinsing with clean water removes dirt without harming tissue (hydrogen peroxide can damage cells).
3. Redness, swelling, or pus indicate infection (scabbing is normal healing; mild pain/tenderness can be non - infective).

Answer:

1. Wash your hands to prevent infection.
2. Rinse with clean water to remove dirt and debris.
3. Redness, swelling, or pus at the wound site.