A fall is considered severe anytime an adult patient has fallen more than ________ feet
A) 20 B) 8 C) 10 D) 15
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signs are: pulse 132, respirations 24, and BP 106/90 mmHg. According to family, he has no medical history. Your partner is providing positive pressure ventilation. At this point in the patient's care, it is a priority for you to: A) cover the patient with a blanket. B) look for other injuries. C) notify the hospital. D) immobilize the fractures.
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