Which of the following is TRUE of the patient with a suspected penetrating injury to or rupture of the diaphragm?
A) This is the only abdominal injury for which removal of an impaled object is recommended.
B) This is one of the primary indications for the use of PASG.
C) Pneumothorax may occur even if the thoracic cage is intact.
D) Breathing is not impaired unless abdominal organs migrate into the thoracic cavity.
C
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A) Headache B) Chest discomfort C) Nausea or vomiting D) Difficulty breathing
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ABGs are ordered and studied for which of the following reasons?
A) To evaluate the health of the respiratory system B) To study the effectiveness of oxygen therapy C) To measure pH and levels of O2 and CO2 in the blood D) All of the above
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