The Nurse Is Receiving a Victim of a Traumatic Amputation

question 2

Multiple Choice

The nurse is receiving a victim of a traumatic amputation in the emergency department. What should the nurse do with the amputated limb? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Place on ice.
• B)Rinse with saline.
• C)Place in ice water.
• D)Wrap in sterile gauze.
• E)Place in a sealed plastic bag.

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