Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client who was injured by a blast of high- order explosives. Medics report secondary injuries from the explosion. The nurse anticipates what type of injuries?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Penetrating injuries
Rationale:
🧩Secondary blast injuries are caused by flying debris and shrapnel propelled by the explosion.
🧩These result in penetrating injuries, which are distinct from primary blast injuries (e.g., hollow organ damage), which result from the pressure wave.
🧩 Nurses should anticipate wounds with embedded objects and lacerations in clients affected by explosions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Leadership & Management
- Answer Choices: 4
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