On-scene, you suspect a young female patient is suffering from hyperventilation syndrome. Which one of the following signs would BEST assist you in confirming your suspicion?
A) Heart rate of 62 beats per minute
B) Urinary incontinence
C) Breathing through the mouth
D) Spasm of the hands
Answer: D
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