Hydrogen peroxide solution (20 volumes) is used topically as a mild antiseptic. It is mainly used for cleaning of wounds which could be due to some of the following actions of hydrogen peroxide. [P] Astringent action [Q] Nascent hydrogen releasing action [R] Oxidizing action [S] Mechanical cleansing action Choose the correct statements for the use of hydrogen peroxide as cleaning agent for wounds?

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Hydrogen peroxide solution (20 volumes) is used topically as a mild antiseptic. It is mainly used for cleaning of wounds which could be due to some of the following actions of hydrogen peroxide. [P] Astringent action [Q] Nascent hydrogen releasing action [R] Oxidizing action [S] Mechanical cleansing action Choose the correct statements for the use of hydrogen peroxide as cleaning agent for wounds?