You have been called for a male patient who has been shot. Assessment reveals an entrance wound to the left upper quadrant of the abdomen. An exit wound to the left upper back is also located. Which of the following should you do immediately?
A) Cover the abdominal wound with saline-soaked gauze.
B) Auscultate the patient's breath sounds.
C) Cover the exit wound with a gloved hand.
D) Place a cervical collar on the patient.
C
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