Which of the following mechanisms is most consistent with fractured vertebrae from a rapid lateral twisting motion?
A) Direct trauma, such as from a blow to the head
B) Low-velocity penetrating trauma from an ice pick
C) High-velocity penetrating trauma from a gunshot wound
D) Lateral-impact motor vehicle collision
D
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When treating a patient with a musculoskeletal injury who also has soft-tissue involvement, the AEMT should:
A) rapidly splint the injury and bandage the wound to prevent infection. B) splint the injury leaving the wound available for dressing and bandaging. C) cover an open wound with the splint to assist bleeding control. D) dress and bandage the open wound prior to splinting.
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