Which of the Following Is NOT Considered Penetrating Trauma

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT considered penetrating trauma?

• A) Receiving a wood splinter in the foot while walking on an unfinished deck
• B) A superficial wound resulting from a pellet from a pellet gun being lodged under the skin
• C) A laceration from a kitchen knife
• D) A laceration on the forehead as a result of being struck with a metal pipe

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