How To Treat Cuts and Scratches
Cuts and scratches are inevitable when going on a hike or camping for a period of time. Especially with your younger aged scouts. The first responder Webelos adventure has us learning how to treat this.
Note: when administering first aid to another person for cuts or scratches, be sure to wear disposable, latex-free gloves and eye protection.
Steps to treating a minor cut or scratch
Wash the wound with soap and water
Apply antibiotic ointment
Apply and adhesive bandage
Keep the bandage clean and change daily
