You are assisting a 29-year-old paraplegic skier who lost control of his sit ski and hit a tree. Even though there are no obvious signs of injury, the patient suddenly starts to feel panicky, and you become concerned about autonomic dysreflexia. Other signs/symptoms that would support this assessment include all of the following except:

a. hypotension.
b. altered mental status.
c. headache.
d. blurred vision.


Answer: a

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What is the purpose of a practicum?

A) To decide if you have made a good career choice before graduating from school B) To earn money to help with expenses until gaining full-time employment C) To gain "real-life" experience working on-site in a health care facility while still a student D) All of the above E) None of the above

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A. Appendix A B. Appendix B C. Appendix C D. Appendix D E. Appendix E

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