When Obtaining a History of a 5-Year-Old Boy with Generalized

question 31

Multiple Choice

When obtaining a history of a 5-year-old boy with generalized hypothermia, which one of the following questions should be asked first?

• A) "Are all of his childhood shots up to date?"
• B) "How long was he out in the cold?"
• C) "When did he eat or drink last?"
• D) "Why was he outside without adult supervision?"

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