Question

A 10-year-old boy is bitten on the forearm by a dog on a remote property 4 hours from the nearest hospital. The wounds are superficial punctures without tendon involvement. Vaccination history is up to date. What is the most appropriate initial management in the remote clinic?

Accepted Answer

Thorough wound irrigation, tetanus status check and oral antibiotics with arranged follow-up

Answer

Primary wound closure with sutures and no antibiotics

Answer

No irrigation to avoid driving bacteria deeper

Answer

Immediate referral without any local care

Answer

Application of topical antiseptic only

Practice question

A 10-year-old boy is bitten on the forearm by a dog on a remote property 4 hours from the nearest hospital. The wounds are superficial punctures without tendon involvement. Vaccination history is up to date. What is the most appropriate initial management in the remote clinic?