Question 25 of 30
A severe blow to or a heavy fall on the upper part of the abdomen (solar plexus) can upset the regularity of breathing. What are the symptoms and signs?
A
A) The casualty is speaking in a very loud manner
B
B) The casualty may start sweating profusely and develop a fever
C
C) The casualty feels very hungry
D
D) Difficulty in breathing in, and the casualty may be unable to speak
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option D: D) Difficulty in breathing in, and the casualty may be unable to speak.
A blow to the solar plexus causes a temporary spasm of the diaphragm, which controls breathing. This results in significant difficulty inhaling and often renders the casualty temporarily unable to speak due to respiratory distress.