Which Statement Is True Regarding Care of the Multisystem Trauma

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true regarding care of the multisystem trauma patient?

• A) Any threat to life should be managed as it is identified.
• B) All care should be provided en route to the hospital.
• C) Immobilization can be foregone if the patient is near death.
• D) Advanced life support by paramedics is the definitive care for multisystem trauma. patients

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Definitions:

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Contrast Agent

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