A seaman has sustained a small, gaping laceration of the arm requiring sutures to close if medical facilities were available. Which of the following remedies can be done to temporarily close the wound?

Question

Accepted Answer

Apply butterfly strips and cover with a sterile dressing.

Answer

Wrap a tight bandage around the wound.

Answer

Gently close the wound and while holding it closed apply a compression bandage.

Answer

Use temporary stitches of sail twine.

🔍 Key Concepts

💭 Think About

✅ Before You Answer