MFA Exit Exam • Set 4 Question 8 of 30
To prevent further contamination and infection of a wound, you should cleanse the surrounding skin by:
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Direct Answer
Option A: Wiping away from the edges of the wound. 17 Heat and Cold Illness and Injury
To prevent introducing further contamination, you should always cleanse the skin by wiping away from the edges of the wound. This prevents pushing debris from the surrounding skin into the injury.
All Options
A
Wiping away from the edges of the wound. 17 Heat and Cold Illness and Injury
(Correct Answer)
B
Swabbing from one side of the wound to the other.
C
Wiping lightly over the edges of the wound.
D
Swabbing in circular motions around the wound.
Detailed Explanation & Context
To prevent introducing further contamination, you should always cleanse the skin by wiping away from the edges of the wound. This prevents pushing debris from the surrounding skin into the injury.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Medical First Aid (MFA).
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