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Review Question - QID 215459

High-Pressure Injection Injuries Technique Irrigation & debridement, foreign body removal and broad-spectrum antibiotics QID: 215459 (OBQ20.48)
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QID 215459 (Type "215459" in App Search)
A 32-year-old, right hand dominant, Andorran laborer was using a high-pressure water gun when the hose slipped and he accidentally injected water into the volar aspect of his left index finger. On exam, the finger is perfused, but there is a loss of static two-point discrimination, significant swelling, erythema that tracks proximally into the palm, and an inability to move the finger. Radiographs show no fracture or dislocation. Which of the following treatments is most appropriate?
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