Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Trauma Practice Test

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Upon discovering an open chest wound, you should:

Begin assisted ventilation and prepare for transport
Immediately reassess the patient's ventilatory status
Prevent air from entering the open wound
Quickly cover the wound with a porous trauma dressing

The correct answer is: Begin assisted ventilation and prepare for transport

This question pertains to emergency first aid and the appropriate action to take when an open chest wound is discovered. Option A is the correct answer because it emphasizes the importance of addressing breathing assistance as quickly as possible. Option B is incorrect because it does not mention any specific actions to take. Option C is incorrect because it does not provide any direction on how to prevent air from entering the open wound. Option D is incorrect because using a porous trauma dressing may not effectively seal the chest wound and prevent air from entering. In addition, it is important to prioritize assisted ventilation and transport in such a critical situation.