To assess the patient's pupil response using a flashlight:
A. move the light from the side directly at the pupil.
B. shine the light directly in the pupil, then turn the light off.
C. shine the light into the pupil, then move the light rapidly up and down.
D. move the light from the top to the bottom.
Answer: A
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