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In the context of a Consolidated Political Compass Test (CPCT), it's essential to understand the principles of aseptic technique and when it applies to dressing changes. The correct answer pertains specifically to scenarios involving the nature of the wound and the risk of infection.

Changing the dressing of a surgical site falls under the necessity for an aseptic dressing change because surgical sites are considered non-intact skin and are at a higher risk for infection. Proper aseptic technique is crucial in these situations to prevent contaminants from entering the surgical incision, which could lead to postoperative complications such as infections.

Let’s explore the other scenarios briefly. Changing the dressing for superficial decubitus (a bed sore or pressure sore that is only on the skin) may not necessarily require aseptic technique if it isn’t draining or if the risk of contaminants is deemed low. The same applies to changing a dressing for a splint; it's typically a closed site unless there are specific indicators of infection risk.

Changing a dressing of a pressure ulcer with drainage certainly demands aseptic technique, as the drainage indicates a significant risk of contamination and infection, requiring diligence in maintaining a sterile environment during the dressing change.

Thus, the rationale for selecting the surgical site as the situation needing aseptic technique is based on