A toddler has a deep laceration contaminated with dirt and sand.Before closing the wound,the nurse should irrigate with what solution?
A) Alcohol
B) Normal saline
C) Povidone-iodine
D) Hydrogen peroxide

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Normal saline is the only acceptable fluid for irrigation listed.The nurse should cleanse the wound with a forced stream of normal saline or water.Alcohol is not used for wound irrigation.Povidone-iodine is contraindicated for cleansing fresh,open wounds.Hydrogen peroxide can cause formation of subcutaneous gas when applied under pressure.

A Toddler Has a Deep Laceration Contaminated with Dirt and Sand.Before