Traumatic Asphyxia Is A(n) ________ Type of Injury

question 42

Multiple Choice

Traumatic asphyxia is a(n) ________ type of injury.

• A) compression
• B) deceleration
• C) decompression
• D) acceleration

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Definitions:

Mylohyoid

A muscle that forms the floor of the mouth, elevates the tongue, and depresses the jaw.

Masseter

A facial muscle that plays a crucial role in chewing by elevating the mandible (lower jaw).

Fibularis Longus

A muscle of the lower leg that helps in plantarflexion and eversion of the foot.

Gastrocnemius

A major calf muscle that is involved in walking, running, and jumping, attaching to the heel through the Achilles tendon.