To prepare a completely amputated part of the body for transportation to hospital with the casualty, you should:
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Option C: Wrap it in clean, moist dressings and keep it cool.
To preserve an amputated part, it should be wrapped in sterile, moist gauze or dressings, placed in a sealed plastic bag, and then placed in a container with cold water or a cooling pack. It should never be placed directly on ice, as this causes frostbite damage.
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To preserve an amputated part, it should be wrapped in sterile, moist gauze or dressings, placed in a sealed plastic bag, and then placed in a container with cold water or a cooling pack. It should never be placed directly on ice, as this causes frostbite damage.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Medical First Aid (MFA).
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