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newbem

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The major cause of death in avalanche victims is:
 
  a. severe hypothermia.
  b. trauma.
  c. asphyxiation.
  d. bleeding.

Question 2

Which of the following findings is not a sign of severe hypothermia?
 
  a. Coma
  b. A core temperature below 82F
  c. A palpable radial pulse
  d. Diminished pupillary eye reflexes


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Danny Ewald

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: c

Answer to Question 2

Answer: c


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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
:D TYSM

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Wow, this really help

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