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NREMT Advanced EMT

Category - Trauma

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What is it referred to when a driver anticipating impact with an object takes a deep breath?
  1. Deep breath syndrome
  2. Paper bag syndrome
  3. Panic syndrome
  4. Collision syndrome
Explanation
Answer - B - When a driver anticipating impact with an object takes a deep breath, it is referred to as paper bag syndrome. This syndrome is a common injury process associated with steering wheel impact. When the chest impacts the steering wheel, lung tissue ruptures, much like an inflated paper bag caught between clapping hands. Pneumothorax and pulmonary contusion may result.
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