In assessing a victim with acute abdominal distress, the number-one priority should be to look for signs of:

A) shock.
B) bleeding.
C) respiratory distress.
D) any associated medical conditions.


Answer: A

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A. control level of skill development. B. utilization level of skill development. C. proficiency level of skill development. D. precontrol level of skill development.

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, what are four lifestyle habits that can reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer, and diabetes by nearly 80 percent?

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