The EMT Would Recognize That a Hypothermic Patient Is Deteriorating

question 82

Multiple Choice

The EMT would recognize that a hypothermic patient is deteriorating when he observes:

• A) slurred speech.
• B) vigorous shivering.
• C) red-colored skin.
• D) painful extremities.

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