A 32-year-old man with no past medical history presents to you for evaluation of an injury to his hand (see Figure).
Figure.
While he was mildly intoxicated at a bar, he punched an acquaintance in the mouth and sustained a laceration to his right hand from that individual’s teeth.
Upon examination, the patient is awake and alert. His vital signs are normal.
Which of the following statements is correct regarding this wound?
- His risk of infection is low.
- Irrigation and primary closure are indicated.
- Deep structure damage is common.
- Antibiotics are not indicated.
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