The Purpose of Determining the Mechanism of Injury and the Index

question 5

Multiple Choice

The purpose of determining the mechanism of injury and the index of suspicion for the trauma patient at the same time is to allow you to:

• A) decide whether to transport the patient.
• B) identify comorbid factors.
• C) document a complete scene size-up.
• D) anticipate your patient's injuries.

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