Well, I understand that the answer should have something to do with keeping the airway clear and maintaning regular breathing, because the question states that there are no major internal bleeding problems. I just don't understand what you would have to do to help keep him breathing and all.
Homework Statement
Suppose a terrorist bomb has exploded next to a friend and injured him by opening two small openings in his chest wall: one on the left side, one on the right side (assume that no significant internal bleeding has occured). Can you suggest, and explain, the purpose of an...