Minor cut
Procedure, part 1 |
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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.
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Procedure, part 2 |
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Apply direct pressure to stop the bleeding.
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Procedure, part 3 |
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Apply an antibacterial ointment to coat and protect the wound.
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Procedure, part 4 |
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Once the wound has stopped bleeding cover it with a bandage that will not stick to the injury.
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Review Date:
11/2/2023
Reviewed By:
Jesse Borke, MD, CPE, FAAEM, FACEP, Attending Physician at Kaiser Permanente, Orange County, CA. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.
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