The signs and symptoms of internal bleeding include:

A. Dropping blood pressure as an early sign.
B. Constricted pupils that are sluggish to respond.
C. Poor peripheral perfusion.
D. Slow, deep respirations.


Answer: C. Poor peripheral perfusion.

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