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 the 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 the wounds.