Your patient is a 21-year-old male who has a gunshot wound to the chest.Which of the following is the highest priority in managing this patient?

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In the case of a gunshot wound to the chest, the highest priority is to prevent air from entering the chest cavity through the wound, which can lead to a tension pneumothorax. Placing an occlusive dressing over the wound helps achieve this by sealing the wound and preventing air from entering while allowing air and blood to escape from the chest cavity.

Your Patient Is a 21-Year-Old Male Who Has a Gunshot