A small metal rod was thrown from a metal lathe while it was in operation and is now impaled in a? man's inner thigh. Assessment indicates that there is no active bleeding from the? site, but the surrounding tissues are ecchymotic. The paramedic asks you to stabilize the rod with bulky dressings. You recognize this action is important because it? will:
A) Prevent motion of the rod and further internal injury
B) Control any internal hemorrhage that may be occurring
C) Prevent bacteria from entering into the body
D) Apply pressure to the broken blood vessels in the skin
Answer: A) Prevent motion of the rod and further internal injury
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