Penetrating trauma occurs when:

A) internal organs are lacerated and bleed profusely.
B) tissues are penetrated by single or multiple objects.
C) blunt force trauma causes explosive open injuries.
D) a fractured rib perforates the parenchyma of a lung


Answer: B) tissues are penetrated by single or multiple objects.

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