When treating a patient with a suspected diaphragmatic rupture, you should:

A. apply 100% oxygen with a nonrebreathing mask.
B. avoid administering more than 500 mL of crystalloid.
C. avoid placing the patient in a Trendelenburg position.


Ans: C. avoid placing the patient in a Trendelenburg position.

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