Explain how you would prepare each of the following solution using liquid stock hydrogen peroxide as the solute and normal saline as the solvent:

A) 4 fluid ounce of 1/4 strength for skin cleansing.

B) 16 fluid ounce of 1/2 strength for wound care.

Solution:

(A)

Using 1 ounce of liquid stock hydrogen peroxide and 3 ounces of normal saline

(B)

Using 8 ounces of liquid stock hydrogen peroxide and 8 ounces of normal saline