Question #1045
In treating closed soft-tissue injuries of the extremities, the first thing to do is to:
1.Apply a warm lotion to the wound
2.Apply a cold dressing to the wound and elevate it✓
3.Apply a cold dressing to the wound and hold the limb below the level of the heart
4.Apply an alcohol dressing to the wound
Correct answer: Apply a cold dressing to the wound and elevate it