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Charlie

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on: Jul 2, 2018
Which of the following best describes a flail segment?
 
  A) Multiple rib fractures that have bruised the underlying lung
  B) Fractured ribs that have collapsed the underlying lung
  C) Multiple fractures to the rib cage caused by blunt trauma
  D) Two or more adjacent ribs broken in two or more places

Question 2

Which of the following should be done FIRST when caring for a patient with an open fracture?
 
  A) Reassessment B) A detailed head-to-toe exam
  C) Obtain vital signs D) Control bleeding


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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

D


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