Following penetrating trauma to the abdomen, a 50 year old woman has a large laceration with a loop of protruding bowel. How should you manage this injury?
A. Carefully replace the bowel and apply an occlusive dressing.
B. Carefully replace the bowel and cover the wound with a moist, sterile dressing.
C. Apply a dry, sterile dressing covered by an occlusive dressing.
D. Apply a moist, sterile dressing, covered by a dry, sterile dressing.
Answer: D. Apply a moist, sterile dressing, covered by a dry, sterile dressing.
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