A child steps on a nail and sustains a puncture wound of the foot. Which is the most appropriate method for cleansing this wound?
A) Wash wound thoroughly with chlorhexidine.
B) Wash wound thoroughly with povidone-iodine.
C) Soak foot in warm water and soap.
D) Soak foot in solution of 50% hydrogen peroxide and 50% water.

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Puncture wounds should be cleansed by soaking the foot in warm water and soap. Chlorhexidine, hydrogen peroxide, and povidone-iodine should not be used because they have a cytotoxic effect on healthy cells and minimal effect on controlling infection.

A Child Steps on a Nail and Sustains a Puncture