A 50-year-old woman who is conscious and alert complains of a severe migraine headache. When caring for her, you should generally avoid:
A) shining a light into her pupils.
B) transporting her in a supine position.
C) dimming the lights in the ambulance.
D) applying ice packs to her forehead.
Answer: A) shining a light into her pupils.
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