Injuries to the Trachea or Bronchi, Called ____, Can Cause

question 35

Multiple Choice

Injuries to the trachea or bronchi, called ____, can cause a pneumothorax, simple or tension, from air leaking into the chest cavity.

• A) diaphragmatic disruption
• B) cardiac tamponade
• C) tracheobronchial disruption
• D) commotio cordis

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Definitions:

Peripheral Vision

The ability to see objects outside the direct line of vision, encompassing the edges of the field of view.

Tunnel Vision

A condition where peripheral vision is reduced or lost, literally or metaphorically, making it seem as though one is looking through a tunnel.

Increased Pressure

A condition where the force exerted by a fluid against a surface is higher than normal.

Pupillary Light Reflex

A reflex that controls the diameter of the pupil in response to the intensity of light to protect the retina by constricting or dilating the pupil.