As a general first aid guideline for the victims of a traffic accident, what conduct must be adopted with regard to their wounds?

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In first aid for the victims of road accidents, the fundamental rule is not to worsen their condition (the principle of "primum non nocere"). Open wounds must not be handled or touched, to prevent germs and secondary infections from getting in, unless it is strictly necessary to press on them with sterile gauze or a clean cloth to stop serious bleeding. Applying alcohol, ointments or direct disinfectants is strongly advised against and prohibited, as is giving the injured any kind of food, drink or medicine, since they could choke, vomit or complicate a later emergency surgical operation.

As a general first aid guideline for the victims of a traffic accident, what conduct must be adopted with regard to their wounds?

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