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jerry coleman

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What mechanism causes the highest percentage of trauma in pregnant patient?
 
  a. MVCs
  b. falls
  c. domestic abuse
  d. penetration injuries

Question 2

Any geriatric trauma patient with altered level of consciousness should be evaluated for all of the following, EXCEPT:
 
  a. hypoglycemia
  b. shock
  c. head injury
  d. abdominal distention



zacnyjessica

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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

D



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