Question

question 13
7.75 pts
you are providing care to a 44 - year - old male who sustained an electric shock while repairing an appliance in his home. the victim appears to have sustained a small electrical burn to his right hand. based on this information, you should be aware that:
there may be a much more severe exit wound, likely on his feet.
the normal heart rhythm may be disrupted as well.
internal burns and injuries may also occur.
all of these answers are correct.

Explanation:

• When a person has an electrical burn (entry wound), there is often an exit wound (could be on feet if current traveled through body).
• Electricity can disrupt the normal heart rhythm (e.g., cause arrhythmias).
• Electrical current can cause internal burns and injuries as it passes through tissues. So all the given options are valid considerations when dealing with an electric - shock victim.

Answer:

All of these answers are correct.