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The injury in which abdominal organs protrude through a large, deep laceration of the abdominal wall is best described as:
 
  A) disimpaction.
  B) a gutting injury.
  C) herniation.
  D) evisceration.

Question 2

A confused and lethargic 24-year-old male has intentionally overdosed on a narcotic medication. His vitals signs are: pulse 36, respirations 8, blood pressure 50/20, and SpO2 88 with 15 liters per minute of oxygen. The greatest danger to this patient's well-being is:
 
  A) decreased cellular perfusion.
  B) altered mental status.
  C) increased sympathetic nervous system stimulation.
  D) left ventricular heart failure.
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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A


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