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What should you do when controlling bleeding while treating a wound with an embedded object?
What should you do when controlling bleeding while treating a wound with an embedded object?
- Remove the object quickly
- Press firmly on the object
- Apply firm pressure on either side of the object (correct)
- Elevate the wounded part above heart level
Why should you not remove objects embedded in a wound?
Why should you not remove objects embedded in a wound?
- To prevent infection
- To prevent further injury (correct)
- To promote bleeding
- To allow for proper bandaging
What should you do after bandaging a wound with an embedded object?
What should you do after bandaging a wound with an embedded object?
- Check for circulation
- Elevate the wounded part above heart level
- Support the injured part in a comfortable position
- All of the above (correct)
When treating a wound with an embedded object, what should you avoid doing to the object?
When treating a wound with an embedded object, what should you avoid doing to the object?
What should you do when treating a wound with an embedded object in the eye?
What should you do when treating a wound with an embedded object in the eye?
What should you wear when treating a wound with an embedded object in the eye?
What should you wear when treating a wound with an embedded object in the eye?
What should you do after treating a wound with an embedded object?
What should you do after treating a wound with an embedded object?
Why should you elevate the wounded part above heart level when treating a wound with an embedded object?
Why should you elevate the wounded part above heart level when treating a wound with an embedded object?
What should you avoid doing to the bruise when treating it?
What should you avoid doing to the bruise when treating it?
What should you do if the bruise does not subside after a couple of days?
What should you do if the bruise does not subside after a couple of days?
