During an explosion, a metal worker sustained a large laceration to the left side of his neck by flying debris. He is conscious, but restless; the wound is moderately bleeding. Appropriate care for this patient's injury includes:
A. circumferentially wrapping the neck with gauze to secure a dressing in place.
B. preventing air from entering the wound and applying a pressure dressing.
C. controlling the bleeding by applying direct pressure to both carotid arteries.
D. applying a pressure dressing to the wound and then apply a cervical collar.
Answer: B. preventing air from entering the wound and applying a pressure dressing.
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