Chapter 011 Unwinding the Soft Tissue of the Forearm ...

On physical examination you observe a 3-inch laceration extending through the dermis layer of skin not affecting tendons or ligaments and determine if sutures are warranted. PMHx: asthma . SHx: married with no children . Allergies: none. VS: T 98 BP 134/60 HR 78 R 18 02 sat 98% . What sequence of steps would you take to treat this patient? ................
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