New York State Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Practice Exam

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Which symptom is NOT commonly associated with cardiac contusions?

  1. Chest pain

  2. Shortness of breath

  3. Coughing up blood

  4. Irregular heartbeat

The correct answer is: Coughing up blood

Coughing up blood is not commonly associated with cardiac contusions. A cardiac contusion typically occurs due to direct trauma to the chest, which can lead to a range of cardiovascular symptoms primarily affecting the heart itself. Common symptoms include chest pain, shortness of breath, and irregular heartbeat, which are direct consequences of heart injury. Chest pain