When assessing any patient, the paramedic should remember that:
A) the past medical history is of even greater importance if the patient has a traumatic injury.
B) it is extremely common for patients with a medical complaint to have an underlying injury.
C) some patients with a traumatic injury could also have an underlying medical component.
D) the patient's underlying medical problem can usually be identified by a rapid assessment.
Answer: C) some patients with a traumatic injury could also have an underlying medical component.
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