A) It's colder and feels better. B) It contains more oxygen. C) It's easier to obtain. D) Boiling kills most harmful microorganisms.
A) 212°F (100°C) B) 100°F (38°C) C) 150°F (65°C) D) 32°F (0°C)
A) 30 seconds. B) 10 seconds. C) At least 1 minute. D) 5 minutes.
A) Gather your supplies. B) Wash your hands thoroughly. C) Wrap the wound tightly. D) Apply antiseptic ointment.
A) Add ice to cool it quickly. B) Allow it to cool to a safe temperature. C) Use it immediately while still boiling hot. D) Mix it with alcohol.
A) Pour it forcefully onto the wound. B) Rub the wound vigorously with a cloth soaked in the water. C) Soak the wound in the water for an extended time. D) Gently irrigate the wound.
A) A clean syringe or cup. B) A used cotton swab. C) Your fingers. D) A dirty cloth.
A) To improve its taste. B) To maintain its clear color. C) To keep it hot for longer. D) To prevent introducing new bacteria to the wound.
A) Pat the wound dry with a sterile gauze. B) Blow on the wound to dry it. C) Leave the wound wet to air dry. D) Rub the wound dry with a towel.
A) Leave the wound uncovered. B) Apply a sterile bandage. C) Apply dirt to help it heal. D) Wrap the wound tightly with plastic wrap.
A) Ignore it and hope it heals on its own. B) Seek professional medical attention. C) Apply super glue to close the wound. D) Continue cleaning with boiled water at home.
A) A clear, watery discharge. B) Decreased pain and swelling. C) A cool sensation around the wound. D) Increased pain, swelling, redness, or pus.
A) A used napkin. B) Your bare hands. C) A paper towel. D) A clean, ironed cloth.
A) Yes, for minor cuts and abrasions. B) No, it worsens all types of wounds. C) No, it's only for puncture wounds. D) No, it's only for burns.
A) Only when it looks dirty. B) Never. C) Every hour. D) Once or twice a day.
A) Apply more boiled water. B) Elevate the wound above your head. C) Ignore it and let it bleed. D) Apply direct pressure with a clean cloth.
A) Salt water is dangerous. B) Saline solution is generally better. C) They are exactly the same. D) Boiled water is always superior.
A) Yes, boiling reduces the risk of infection. B) Tap water is more effective. C) No, tap water is always clean enough. D) It doesn't matter; any water is fine.
A) To make it look better. B) To keep it moist. C) To allow it to breathe. D) To protect it from dirt and bacteria.
A) Every few days. B) At least once a day, or when it gets wet or dirty. C) Never. D) Only when it falls off.
A) Any container will work. B) A rusty bucket. C) A clean pot or kettle. D) A plastic container.
A) Only if it's antibacterial soap. B) No, soap can irritate the wound. C) Yes, it makes the water more effective. D) Only if the soap is unscented.
A) Switch to a hypoallergenic bandage. B) Leave the wound uncovered. C) Continue using the same bandage. D) Apply more adhesive.
A) To soak the wound in water. B) To dry the wound completely. C) To scrub the wound vigorously. D) To gently flush the wound with water.
A) Boiling water is the best treatment for burns. B) No, never use water on a burn. C) For minor burns, cool boiled water can be used. D) Only use ice water on burns.
A) To make the wound larger. B) To make the wound look prettier. C) To remove dirt, debris, and bacteria. D) To stop the bleeding immediately.
A) Surgical wounds don't need cleaning. B) Boiled water will damage surgical wounds. C) Yes, it's always a good idea. D) Follow your doctor's specific instructions.
A) Burn them in an open fire. B) Leave them lying around. C) Seal them in a plastic bag and dispose of them in the trash. D) Flush them down the toilet.
A) Gloves. B) A full Hazmat suit. C) Nothing; it's not necessary. D) Just a face mask.
A) Cleaning them will only make them worse. B) Superficial scratches don't exist. C) No, they heal on their own without any intervention. D) Yes, even minor wounds need cleaning. |