You arrive at the scene of a fall, where a 42-year-old woman fell backward off a step ladder while cleaning windows in her kitchen. She is lying on the floor complaining of pain to her ankle

She tells you, "If I had just gone to work today instead of using vacation time, this never would have happened!" Based on information thus far, which one of the following can you conclude?
A) She is alert with an open airway.
B) She does not have any other injuries.
C) She does not require rapid transport.
D) Her pulse rate is within normal limits.


Answer: A

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