Before Beginning the Physical Inspection Portion of the Exam,the Clinician

question 9

Multiple Choice

Before beginning the physical inspection portion of the exam,the clinician should be most concerned about his or her own safety.Which of the following is the greatest threat to the clinician if an injured knee is about to be evaluated?

• A) Bruising on the knee
• B) Bleeding from an abrasion on the knee
• C) Swelling on the lateral portion of the knee
• D) Swelling on the medial portion of the knee

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Definitions:

Secondary Circuit

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Pressure Gauge

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Service Brake Application

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