Chapter·Forensic MedicineAsphyxial Deaths

Pathophysiology of AsphyxiaDownloads

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1

Burking includes:

ALigature strangulation

BDrowning mechanism

CHanging technique

DChest compression and airway obstruction

2

Neurogenic shock is characterized by:

AHypotension and bradycardia

BHypotension and tachycardia

CHypertension and tachycardia

DHypertension and bradycardia

3

A male patient presents to the emergency department. The arterial blood gas report is as follows: pH, 7.2; pCO2, 81 mmHg; and HCO3, 40 meq/L. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

ARespiratory alkalosis

BMetabolic acidosis

CRespiratory acidosis

DMetabolic alkalosis

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