Which of the following is NOT considered a primary method of wound irrigation?

Abrasive scrubbing is not considered a primary method of wound irrigation because it can cause damage to the tissue surrounding the wound. Primary methods of wound irrigation are designed to effectively cleanse the wound while minimizing further injury and promoting healing.

Water flush, antiseptic wash, and deep tissue cleaning all serve the purpose of irrigating and cleaning wounds. Water flush uses sterile saline or clean water to remove debris and contaminants. Antiseptic wash employs solutions meant to reduce the risk of infection by killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria. Deep tissue cleaning entails more thorough cleaning to address wounds that extend into deeper layers of tissue but is still focused on cleansing. In contrast, abrasive scrubbing can disrupt healing tissue and increase the risk of infection due to potential trauma to the wound area. This makes it inappropriate for primary wound irrigation methods.