AEMCA Practice Exam

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What are the two pathways an occupant can take in relation to the dashboard during a collision?

Down and under, and sideways.
Up and over, and down and under.
Forward and backward, and motionless.
Sideways and diagonally.

The correct answer is: Up and over, and down and under.

In a collision, the two pathways an occupant can take in relation to the dashboard are up and over, and down and under. The "up and over" pathway describes a situation where the occupant moves toward the roof of the vehicle, potentially impacting their head against the windshield or the roof structure. This can occur in high-impact collisions where the force of the crash causes the occupant to be propelled upward. On the other hand, the "down and under" pathway refers to the occupant sliding down beneath the dashboard or front seat area, which can happen during a frontal crash when the driver's or passenger's legs are pushed down due to the force of the impact. This movement can lead to injuries as the occupant's body may come into contact with the steering column or other hard surfaces in the footwell area. Understanding these pathways is crucial for emergency medical responders as it helps them anticipate potential injuries based on how the occupant's body moved during the collision, thus allowing for more effective assessment and treatment.