____ is a rare condition that occurs when a massive crushing force causes trauma, such as a landslide or when a vehicle falls off of a jack and onto the patient's chest.
A. Traumatic asphyxia
B. Tension pneumothorax
C. Diaphragmatic herniation
D. Traumatic aortic disruption
Answer: A
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a. age. c. water temperature. b. lung volume. d. use of alcohol and/or other drugs.
Which of the following statements BEST describes standpipe and hose systems?
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