A car has been hit head-on by another vehicle at a moderate rate of speed. Seat belts were in place and the air bags deployed. The patient is complaining of chest pain. Quick observation reveals a bruise to his sternum. The EMT would immediately:

A) deflate the air bag to get breath sounds.
B) check the windshield for starring.
C) suspect an injury related to the air bag.
D) lift the air bag and check the steering wheel.


D

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