The root operation of fusion is defined as the breaking up of solid matter in a body part into pieces.

Which statement regarding irradiation sterilization is true?

a. The principal sources of ionizing radiation are water molecules and heat. b. Ionizing radiation is the most effective sterilization method. c. Irradiation cannot sterilize heat- and moisture-sensitive items. d. Beta 45 is the most commonly used source for irradiation sterilization.

You have arrived on the scene of an assault in which several people were injured. You are directed to assist another crew with a patient who has been shot once. As you approach, you are told that the patient has slow and irregular breathing that is inadequate. You observe the patient being ventilated with a bag-valve mask while another EMT maintains her airway with the jaw-thrust maneuver. Based on your observation, where might you expect that this patient was shot?

A) Head B) Lower abdomen C) Chest D) Pelvis