Which of the following signs or symptoms best indicates that a patient has suffered an injury to the thoracic spine?
a. Altered mental status
b. Paralysis of the arms
c. Tingling in the legs
d. Cool and diaphoretic skin
Answer: c
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A) Estrogen B) Progesterone C) Prolactin D) Oxytocin
The major cause of preventable mortality in abdominal trauma is:
A) delayed diagnosis and treatment. B) the ITLS primary survey. C) quick field diagnosis and transport. D) the rapid trauma survey.
After the placenta is delivered, you should:
A) bag the placenta and place it in the freezer. B) place all pieces of the afterbirth into a bag. C) throw it away. D) expect significant vaginal bleeding.
Which of the following is NOT included in the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) SDS format?
A. First-aid measures B. Evacuation distances C. Stability and reactivity D. Transport information