Which of the Following Statements About the Pediatric Pedestrian Who

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the pediatric pedestrian who is struck by a vehicle is NOT true?

• A) A child commonly turns toward the oncoming vehicle at the moment of impact.
• B) Smaller children are likely to suffer fractures of the tibia and fibula as a result of impact with the vehicle's bumper.
• C) A smaller child is more likely to be thrown to the ground following initial impact, versus being thrown onto the hood.
• D) Anatomically, the injuries caused by the initial impact of the vehicle will be higher on the body than in an adult.

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