First Aid & CPR Practice · Question
An open chest wound that bubbles or sucks air should be treated by:
Open ('sucking') chest wound: vented chest seal or three-sided dressing; watch for tension pneumothorax — lift seal if it occurs.
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Question: An open chest wound that bubbles or sucks air should be treated by:
Answer options:
- Sealing fully with airtight tape on all sides ✅ Applying a vented or 3-sided occlusive dressing and monitoring for tension pneumothorax
- Pouring water into it
- Leaving it completely uncovered
Correct answer: Applying a vented or 3-sided occlusive dressing and monitoring for tension pneumothorax
Explanation: Open ('sucking') chest wound: vented chest seal or three-sided dressing; watch for tension pneumothorax — lift seal if it occurs.
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