Various types of antiseptics their features and uses in first aid treatment-“Spirit”

 Spirit        

It is an agent used for preventing the growth of microorganism. But it cannot kill microorganisms.

Features

 It is a 70% solution of alcohol in water.

It kills bacteria effectively.

It is used for disinfection of the skin, instruments and ampoules of injections.

It is not used for disinfection of raw surfaces and wounds because it exposes tissue, aggravates injuries, and removes the coagulum formed that prevents bacterial entry into the wound.

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