A bullet fired from a gun at close range passes through the patient's liver. However, on autopsy, the coroner discovers that the man's pancreas, stomach, and gallbladder were also injured, even though not in direct contact with the bullet. As a knowledgeable EMT, you would recognize that which of the following is responsible for injury to these additional organs?
A) Cavitation
B) Drag force
C) Profile impact
D) Blunt injury
Question 2
When providing an in-service on ventilating the geriatric patient, you should emphasize which one of the following in regards to a patient who has dentures?
A) It is always best to remove dentures regardless of whether they are loose or not.
B) It is best to leave the top appliance in place, but remove the bottom one.
C) Removal of dentures enables the EMT to maintain a better face to mask seal.
D) Loose appliances should be removed if they interfere with the airway or the seal between the mask and face.
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