AEMT care for an open chest wound and an abdominal evisceration are similar in that:
A) occlusive dressings are placed over both wounds.
B) moist dressings are placed over both wounds.
C) air must be periodically released from both wounds.
D) both wounds can cause the trapping of air in the body.
A
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