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fagboi

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The term golden hour refers to the:
 
  a. time period when patient survival rates may be enhanced if critical injuries are identified and managed.
  b. amount of time you have to decide if a patient needs to be sent to a trauma hospital.
  c. amount of time it takes to stop the bleeding from a penetrating injury.
  d. hour before sunset, when most cases of on-hill trauma occur.

Question 2

A 23-year-old skier falls about 20 feet from the chairlift. Aside from his complaints of soreness, you don't see any obvious injuries. The skier states that as long as his legs aren't broken, he's going to continue skiing. Which of the following statements would be your best response to him?
 
  a. Since this happened at a ski area you should get evaluated. You may be able to sue.
  b. From a fall of that height you may have hurt some internal organs. You really should be examined.
  c. Since you did not lose responsiveness, it's probably OK to go back to skiing. If your legs start to hurt you should probably get checked.
  d. You may feel OK now, but you will probably be sore later. You should go to the hospital and get some pain medication.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b




fagboi

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Wow, this really help


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:D TYSM

 

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