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 mechanism is responsible for injuries to these additional organs?
A) Cavitation
B) Drag force
C) Profile impact
D) Blunt injury
A) Cavitation
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During the first half of the 20th century, most doctors were paid directly by:
A. preferred provider organizations (PPOs). B. health maintenance organizations (HMOs). C. government programs. D. individuals.
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Which type of consumer-driven health plan funding option is set up and funded by employers?
A. a health savings account (HSA) B. a health reimbursement account (HRA) C. a medical home model D. a flexible savings account (FSA)
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The longest, strongest, and heaviest bone in the human body is the femur
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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The ICD-10-PCS codes contain how many characters?
A) 5 B) 6 C) 7 D) 8
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