Which of the following statements regarding blunt chest trauma is correct?
A. Blunt chest trauma usually occurs during the tertiary phase of a blast injury.
B. The force from blunt chest wall trauma is usually confined to a small area.
C. Fractured ribs can tear the lung parenchyma or other vital intrathoracic organs.
Answer: C. Fractured ribs can tear the lung parenchyma or other vital intrathoracic organs.
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