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jazziefee

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A 21-year-old male has suffered a gunshot wound to the head. As you assess him, what finding would you recognize as a nonpurposeful response to pain?
 
  A) Garbled and incomprehensible speech when you call his name
  B) Flexing his arms across his chest when you pinch his shoulder
  C) Attempting to move his hand away from you as you pinch it
  D) Exhibiting no response to any and all stimuli

Question 2

Which statement is true regarding driving in inclement weather?
 
  A) Roads are most hazardous in terms of traction near the end of a rainstorm.
  B) It is best to accelerate when attempting to drive through a large standing puddle.
  C) Roadways typically freeze over sooner than do bridges and overpasses.
  D) Stopping on wet pavement takes approximately twice the distance as stopping on dry pavement.



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D



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