You have initiated the rewarming of a local cold injury in a patient's hand and fingers. On scene the patient had no sensation in his hand or fingers. Which of the following statements is a cause of concern when made by the patient?
a. "The blisters on my fingers haven't broken yet."
b. "My fingers are really starting to hurt now!"
c. "I still can't feel my fingers when I rub them with my other hand."
d. "My hand is feeling funny. It seems to be starting to tingle a little bit."
Answer: c
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