What Statement Accurately Describes Multisystem Trauma

question 46

Multiple Choice

What statement accurately describes multisystem trauma?

• A) Multisystem trauma is the leading cause of death for those over the age of 65 years.
• B) The multisystem trauma patient is less likely to develop shock if otherwise healthy.
• C) Multisystem trauma has a noted higher incidence of morbidity and mortality.
• D) The definitive care for multisystem trauma is cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

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