Question

An industrial worker has sustained a laceration to his abdomen. On closer inspection, you note what appear to be fat tissue and a portion of intestine protruding through the wound. Which one of the following is most appropriate for treating this injury?

a. Dry sterile dressing applied over the wound
b. One attempt at replacement using sterile gloves
c. Occlusive dressing applied over saline soaked gauze
d. Direct pressure using gloved palms to the injury

Answer 1

The most appropriate treatment for an abdominal laceration with protruding fat tissue and intestine is one attempt at replacement using sterile gloves.

Step-by-step explanation:

The most appropriate treatment for an abdominal laceration with protruding fat tissue and intestine would be One attempt at replacement using sterile gloves. This involves carefully attempting to replace the protruding organs back into the abdominal cavity. It is important to do this with sterile gloves to reduce the risk of infection. Applying a dry sterile dressing (option a) or an occlusive dressing (option c) would not be suitable as it would not address the underlying issue. Direct pressure (option d) could potentially cause further damage.