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You are treating a construction worker who fell from scaffolding onto a pile of tools. He has a large screwdriver impaled in his chest on the right side just above the diaphragm. Management for this patient would include:
A) Removing the object if it slips out easily.
B) Removing the object and seal the wound with an occlusive dressing.
C) Leaving the impaled object in place and stabilize it with bulky dressings.
D) Quickly removing the impaled object and apply direct pressure to the wound.

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