When assessing a patient who experienced a blast injury, it is important to remember that:

A. primary blast injuries are the most easily overlooked.
B. solid organs usually rupture from the pressure wave.
C. primary blast injuries are typically the most obvious.
D. secondary blast injuries are usually the least obvious


Answer: A. primary blast injuries are the most easily overlooked.

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