A 22-year-old female rock climber has fallen 25 feet to the trail below. The primary assessment shows her to be confused and to have an open airway and shallow breathing. Her pulse is 72 beats per minute, and her blood pressure is 78/50 mmHg. She has no motor ability or sensation in her legs. Which of the following conditions is the most likely cause of this patient's presentation?
a. Internal bleeding
b. Spinal cord injury
c. Hemorrhagic shock
d. Hypoglycemia
Answer: b
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