You have applied a pressure dressing to the calf of a woman who suffered a deep laceration from a piece of broken glass. Which of the following actions should you take next?
a. Apply a splint.
b. Obtain a follow-up blood pressure reading.
c. Apply a tourniquet above the laceration.
d. Check CMS in the patient's foot.
Answer: d
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Which is an item that must be worn by any person entering the sterile field?
a. Sterile gown b. Eyeglasses c. Exam gloves d. Head cover
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