Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the biomechanics of penetrating injuries?
A. Stab wounds are associated with significant cavitation
B. A hollow point bullet is associated with an enlarged area of injury
C. A high velocity gunshot wound creates a vacuum pulling clothing, bacteria, and other debris into the wound
D. The frontal area of impact of a bullet is determined by the caliber of the bullet
Answer:B
Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the biomechanics of penetrating injuries?
A. Stab wounds are associated with significant cavitation B. A hollow point bullet is associated with an enlarged area of injury C. A high velocity gunshot wound creates a vacuum pulling clothing, bacteria, and other debris into the wound D. The frontal area of impact of a bullet is determined by the caliber of the bullet