A patient has had part of his right thumb amputated in an industrial accident. Coworkers have retrieved the thumb and wrapped it in a towel. The AEMT demonstrates appropriate handling of the amputated part when he:
A) keeps the thumb warm during transport.
B) places the thumb in sterile saline.
C) places the thumb in ice water.
D) wraps it in a dry sterile dressing.
Answer: D
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