You are called for a motor vehicle collisioninvolving two elderly women. You are concerned because you know that elderly patients are often prescribed blood thinner for cardiac problems. This can be a problem because?
A) Impaired blood clotting can exacerbate blood loss.
B) It means they most likely have cardiac problems.
C) It increases their risk for pulmonary embolism.
D) It leads to diminished liver and kidney function.
Answer: A
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