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Lorenzo presents with acute axillary and anterior shoulder burns and is being treated in the burn unit. Which position is MOST appropriate to help prevent contracture?
A. Shoulder abduction to 90° with internal rotation
B. Shoulder abduction to 45° with slight external rotation
C. Shoulder abduction to 90° with slight external rotation
D. Shoulder adduction and internal rotation
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