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Jason is a patient with peripheral vascular disease who presents with a lower leg wound containing dry, adherent slough and minimal exudate. The wound bed appears desiccated, and the surrounding skin is fragile but intact. Which of the following interventions is MOST appropriate?

A) Transparent film

B) Hydrocolloid

C) Impregnated gauze

D) Amorphous hydrogel

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