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Why should i wash my hands for 20 seconds or longer if i have a burn?
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.: The 20 sec washing is universal precaution, not just when you have a burn. It takes about 20 seconds of rubbing your hands for you to get rid of the germs on your hands so will prevent you fromhaving infections - all the more reason to if you have burns and a risk of infection.
Answered 2/12/2013
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To clean your skin.: Washing removes dirt oils and bacteria from your skin. These things can cause infection in the burned area.
Answered 11/20/2013
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