Which patient is the most likely candidate for experiencing traumatic asphyxia?
A) A patient trapped from the chest down under a motor vehicle
B) A patient who fell from a ladder face- first onto the grass
C) A patient whose chest hit the steering wheel
D) A patient who was stabbed in the chest
Answer: A) A patient trapped from the chest down under a motor vehicle
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This skin infection is caused by bacteria and is characterized by vesicles or pustules that itch or burn; it is most commonly seen in children and occurs mainly around the mouth, nose, and hands
a. Psoriasis b. Cellulitis c. Impetigo d. Seborrheic keratosis
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