When a patient has a serious open wound to the neck,you are concerned about the possibility of an air embolism.The reason an air embolism can occur is because of:

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An air embolism can occur when air enters a blood vessel and blocks blood flow. Vessel pressure that is lower than atmospheric pressure can cause air to be drawn into the vessel, leading to an air embolism. In the case of an open wound to the neck, there is a risk of air being drawn into the vessels due to the negative pressure in the chest during inhalation. Therefore, option C is the correct choice.

When a Patient Has a Serious Open Wound to the Neck,you