Your patient is a 25-year-old man who picked up an iron skillet with a very hot handle. He has a reddened area with blisters across the palm of his hand. Which of the following must be avoided in the prehospital management of this wound?

A) Application of a dry, sterile dressing
B) Elevation of the wound above the level of the heart
C) Keeping the site clean
D) Application of antibiotic ointment

D

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A transfer log is used to record the transfer of dental ____________________ or other items in and out of the office

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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