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NREMT Advanced EMT Practice Test #1

Category - EMT-I/85

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What is a contrecoup injury?

A rib injury where both sides of the ribcage are damaged
A brain injury occurring on the opposite side of impact
A neck injury resulting from a sudden stop in motion
A leg injury resulting from blunt force trauma

Explanation

Answer - B - A contrecoup injury happens when the brain hits the inside of the skull on the opposite side from the impact, which can cause hemorrhages, lacerations, and contusions to the brain.

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