A 1-year-old female sustained blunt abdominal trauma following a motor-vehicle crash in which she was not properly restrained. Significant signs and symptoms will MOST likely occur after as little as _____ of blood loss.
A. 250 mL
B. 300 mL
C. 50 mL
D. 100 mL
Answer: D. 100 mL
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