Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Trauma Practice Test

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General care for an amputated body part includes:

immersing the amputated part in ice cold water to prevent further damage.
thoroughly cleaning the amputated part and wrapping it in a sterile dressing.
wrapping the amputated part in a moist, sterile dressing and keeping it warm.
wrapping the amputated part in a moist, sterile dressing and placing it on ice.

The correct answer is: immersing the amputated part in ice cold water to prevent further damage.

General care for an amputated body part involves preventing further damage by immersing the amputated part in ice cold water. This helps to preserve the amputated part while waiting for medical assistance. It is essential to keep the amputated part cool but not directly in contact with ice to prevent freezing and further tissue damage. Options B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not provide the appropriate care needed for an amputated body part.