NREMT Advanced EMT

Category - Trauma

Richard was involved in an explosion. He was injured by falling debris. What type of injury is Richard suffering?
  1. Tertiary Blast
  2. Primary Blast
  3. Secondary Blast
  4. Perimeter Blast
Explanation
Answer - C - Secondary blast injuries are due to flying debris propelled by the force of the blast. Impacting debris may produce blunt or penetrating trauma. Primary blast injuries are caused by the initial air blast and pressure waves; this may compress hollow organs.
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