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NREMT Paramedic

Category - Trauma

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Which of the following mechanisms would raise your index of suspicion for hidden or occult trauma in your patient?
  1. High-speed collision
  2. Trunk or head penetration
  3. 20-foot fall
  4. All of the above
Explanation
Answer: D - All of the above mechanisms have the potential to cause serious internal injuries to an adult patient, including high-speed collision, trunk or head penetration, 20-foot fall, motorcycle crash, vehicle rollover, and vehicle ejection. Scene size up is part of your history gathering and gives you clues for how to focus your assessment.
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