Your Patient Was Stabbed in the Abdomen

Multiple Choice

Your patient was stabbed in the abdomen. You note several inches of bowel protruding from the wound. You should

A) place an occlusive dressing over the wound and seal on all four sides.
B) remove clothing from the wound and cover with a moist dressing.
C) gently place the bowel back into the abdominal cavity with a gloved hand.
D) remove clothing from the affected area and cover with a heavy, dry dressing.