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  2. Dakin's solution - Wikipedia

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    Dakin's solution is a dilute solution of sodium hypochlorite (0.4% to 0.5%) and other stabilizing ingredients, traditionally used as an antiseptic, e.g. to cleanse wounds in order to prevent infection. [1] The preparation was for a time called also Carrel–Dakin solution or Carrel–Dakin fluid. [2]

  3. Surgical staple - Wikipedia

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    Surgical staples are specialized staples used in surgery in place of sutures to close skin wounds or to resect and/or connect parts of an organ (e.g. bowels, stomach or lungs). The use of staples over sutures reduces the local inflammatory response, width of the wound, and time it takes to close a defect.

  4. Ferric subsulfate solution - Wikipedia

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    Most post-mortem bleeding stems from surgery, emergency room situations, autopsies or blood which may result when removing IV lines during Jewish burial preparation. A piece of cotton, or Q-tip, soaked with this solution is pressed against the open wound and held for a few seconds. This is usually enough time for the seal to take effect.

  5. Povidone-iodine - Wikipedia

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    Wound area covered in povidone-iodine. Gauze has also been applied. Povidone-iodine is a broad spectrum antiseptic for topical application in the treatment and prevention of wound infection. It may be used in first aid for minor cuts, burns, abrasions and blisters.

  6. TCP (antiseptic) - Wikipedia

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    TCP Liquid's active ingredients are halogenated phenols and phenol. One source says each millilitre (0.04 imp fl oz; 0.03 US fl oz) of TCP antiseptic contains, chlorinated phenols 6 milligrams (0.093 grains ); phenol 1.75 mg (0.0270 gr); iodinated phenols 0.95 mg (0.0147 gr); sodium salicylate 0.5 mg (0.0077 gr). [ 9 ]

  7. Today’s NYT ‘Strands’ Hints, Spangram and Answers for ...

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    According to the New York Times, here's exactly how to play Strands: Find theme words to fill the board. Theme words stay highlighted in blue when found.

  8. Penrose drain - Wikipedia

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    Six Penrose drains were left and the edges of the surgical wound were closed with staples. A Penrose drain is a soft, flexible rubber tube used as a surgical drain , to prevent the buildup of fluid in a surgical site.

  9. You Can Use Vinegar and Baking Soda To Remove Rust - AOL

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    Just aim for a solution that's saturated with salt. Step 2: Submerge the Rusty Object. Place the rusty object in the container, ensuring that it's completely submerged in the vinegar-and-salt ...