When determining possible injuries suffered from a gunshot wound,which of the following is true?
A) The EMT must ask the patient or bystanders exactly where the shooter was standing.
B) Bullets pass in a straight line through the body from the point of entry to the exit wound.
C) The EMT must determine the caliber of ammunition involved.
D) The EMT must be aware that bullets cause damage in more than one way.

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Bullets cause damage in more than one way, including direct tissue damage and shock waves that can affect surrounding tissues and organs. The EMT should also assess the entrance and exit wounds, as well as any potential internal damage, regardless of where the shooter was standing or the caliber of the ammunition used.

When Determining Possible Injuries Suffered from a Gunshot Wound,which of the Following