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Pineappleeh

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During the early care for a patient with a basilar skull fracture in the prehospital setting, which of the following would be an unexpected finding?
 
  A) Periorbital ecchymoses or raccoon eyes
  B) CSF otorrhea
  C) Blood mixed with cerebral spinal fluid flowing from the mouth
  D) CSF rhinorrhea

Question 2

Special considerations MUST be given to pregnant, pediatric, and geriatric patients with regard to medication administration because they:
 
  A) present with variations in metabolic function, fluid distribution, and body compositions.
  B) have difficulty in understanding why medications are given.
  C) present difficulties in establishing IV access that may warrant use of alternative routes.
  D) none of the above



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A



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