A car has been hit head-on by another vehicle at a moderate rate of speed. Seatbelts were in place and the airbags deployed. The patient is complaining of chest pain. Quick observation reveals a bruise to his sternum. The AEMT would immediately:
A) deflate the airbag to get breath sounds.
B) lift the airbag and check the steering wheel.
C) suspect an injury related to the airbag.
D) check the windshield for starring.
Answer: B
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