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What is a common presenting symptom of inhalation injuries?
What is a common presenting symptom of inhalation injuries?
What may be the underlying cause of a casualty's struggle to breathe?
What may be the underlying cause of a casualty's struggle to breathe?
What should NOT be performed on a casualty who is conscious and breathing?
What should NOT be performed on a casualty who is conscious and breathing?
What is a common sign of an inhalation injury?
What is a common sign of an inhalation injury?
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What may be a contributing factor to the casualty's respiratory distress?
What may be a contributing factor to the casualty's respiratory distress?
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What is a priority in managing a casualty with shortness of breath?
What is a priority in managing a casualty with shortness of breath?
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What is a symptom of inhalation injury that can also be a sign of shock?
What is a symptom of inhalation injury that can also be a sign of shock?
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What is a characteristic of inhalation injuries that can be observed on the casualty's face?
What is a characteristic of inhalation injuries that can be observed on the casualty's face?
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What is a symptom of an inhalation injury that can be detected through smell?
What is a symptom of an inhalation injury that can be detected through smell?
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What is a complication of an inhalation injury that can cause respiratory distress?
What is a complication of an inhalation injury that can cause respiratory distress?
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What is the main characteristic of emphysema?
What is the main characteristic of emphysema?
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What is a common symptom of asthma?
What is a common symptom of asthma?
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What is the name of the condition that causes reactive airway obstruction?
What is the name of the condition that causes reactive airway obstruction?
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What is a common feature of airway and breathing emergencies?
What is a common feature of airway and breathing emergencies?
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What is the name of the condition that causes a permanent destruction of the air sacs in the lungs?
What is the name of the condition that causes a permanent destruction of the air sacs in the lungs?
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