When applying a sterile dressing over a surgical wound, the first step involves:

When applying a sterile dressing over a

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APlacing the sterile pad on the wound.
BSecuring the pad with medical tape.
CLaying out sterile materials.
DCleansing the wound area with antiseptic wipes.

✓ Correct answer: C. Laying out sterile materials. When applying a sterile dressing, the first step is to lay out all the necessary sterile materials. This ensures everything is ready and accessible, maintaining sterility throughout the procedure. Following this, the wound area should be cleansed with antiseptic wipes, after which the sterile pad is placed directly onto the wound. Finally, the pad is secured with medical tape to keep it in place.

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