Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Practice Test

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Which term refers to decreased lung sounds on one side, respiratory distress, and possibly a bubbling chest wound?

Active; pressure drops, air is sucked in
Air between pleural linings; lungs can't fully inflate leading to a collapsed lung
Decreased lung sounds on one side; respiratory distress; maybe bubbling chest wound
Either bruise to lung; or bruuse to heart; AMI like chest pain, arrhythmias and disturbances

The correct answer is: Decreased lung sounds on one side; respiratory distress; maybe bubbling chest wound

The correct answer emphasizes the specific symptoms associated with a possible pneumothorax or hemothorax, which include decreased lung sounds on one side, respiratory distress, and the presence of a bubbling chest wound. These signs suggest that air or fluid might be improperly accumulated in the pleural space, which can severely affect lung function and lead to respiratory distress as the affected lung cannot inflate fully. This alignment of symptoms clearly indicates a significant respiratory condition that requires immediate medical attention. The characteristics mentioned—such as decreased lung sounds and bubbling at the wound site—align directly with common presentations when there is a disruption in the pleural cavity, supporting the diagnosis of a life-threatening condition.