For minor cuts that can be treated at home, simply wash your hands to avoid infection, stop the bleeding with gentle pressure and a clean bandage/cloth (if necessary), clean the wound with tap water and around the wound with soap and water, apply an antibiotic (if necessary), and then cover the scrape with a bandage or gauze to keep it clean. You might need to change the bandage or gauze each day. Remember that you may need a tetanus shot if you suspect the wound may be dirty. Watch for signs of infection too. If a cut is still minor but more significant, then you may need stitches. At a clinic like SoCal Urgent Care, the professionals can provide tetanus shots, treatments for infected cuts, and stitches.