The application of blunt sternal pressure is used to detect
A) fracture of attached ribs.
B) motor function of T7 dermatome.
C) cardiac tamponade.
D) cardiac contusion.
E) pneumothorax.
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Q4: A life-threatening condition is recognized with the
Q5: Pulsus paradoxus greater than 20 mm Hg,
Q6: Until stabilized, trauma patients require reevaluation every
A)2
Q7: Delayed capillary refill may alert you to
A)hypovolemic
Q8: Capillary refill can be assessed by applying
Q10: If trauma above the clavicle is suspected,
Q11: Paradoxic chest movement suggest a
A)spontaneous pneumothorax.
B)status asthmaticus.
C)clavicle
Q12: Blood, vomitus, or foreign bodies are removed
Q13: Clear or amber drainage from the nose
Q14: Raccoon eyes and Battle sign are associated
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