A female who is 32 weeks pregnant was involved in a motor vehicle collision. She is currently secured to the long spine board, with other spinal motion restriction precautions taken. Which patient statement should concern the EMT most?
A) "I think that I just had a contraction."
B) "I forgot to tell you that I am having twins."
C) "My back is really hurting from being on this board."
D) "I have not taken prenatal vitamins for a week."
A) "I think that I just had a contraction."
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