General rules of splinting include:
A. Covering all wounds, including open fractures, with sterile dressings before applying a splint.
B. Realigning a deformed hip or shoulder back to its anatomical position.
C. Always applying splints before transporting if the patient shows signs of shock.
D. Leaving clothing in place over the injury site to help pad it agains the splint.
Answer: A. Covering all wounds, including open fractures, with sterile dressings before applying a splint.
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