Question 4 - Respiratory Practice Test for the CCRN

A 29-year-old patient presents to the emergency department after a domestic dispute between the patient and the patient’s partner. The nurse suspects the patient has been the victim of manual strangulation. Which of the following assessment findings would support the nurse’s suspicion?
Select all that apply.

A. cyanosis of the face
B. V-shaped marking on the throat
C. facial petechiae
D. crush injury of the neck
E. ligature markings