The secondary assessment of a medical patient:
A. should routinely include a comprehensive examination from head to toe.
B. should be performed at the scene, especially if the patient is critically ill.
C. is not practical if the patient is critically ill or your transport time is short.
D. is typically limited to a focused exam for patients who are unconscious.
Answer: C. is not practical if the patient is critically ill or your transport time is short.
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