________ is used to disinfect skin before minor surgery

Semipermeable foam dressings __________

A. are indicated for use on dry or eschar-covered wounds. B. are ideal for use in high-friction areas. C. provide thermal insulation. D. are impermeable to Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).

You are the first to arrive on the scene of a collapse of a balcony at an apartment building. You are met by a man whose arm is nearly severed, and you can see exposed bone and muscle tissue. Bleeding seems to be minimal. What is your next course of action?

A) This is a life-threating injury, so treat it immediately and call for additional resources. B) This is an "open incident," so using START he is a "green" patient. Have him sit in a safe area, apply a basic dressing to control bleeding, and, if possible, find someone to monitor him. Perform the scene size-up and triage. C) This is a "closed incident." Perform a scene size-up and treat this patient. Any other incoming units can continue treating people as they are found. D) Take him to the ambulance.