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sarasara

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You are assessing 30-year-old man who has fallen about 20 feet. He is alert and oriented but states that he cannot move or feel his legs. Additionally, because his blood pressure is 82/48 mmHg, you suspect neurogenic shock. Which of the following additional assessment findings reinforces your suspicion of neurogenic shock?
 
  a. Warm and dry skin
  b. Heart rate of 144
  c. Shallow rapid respirations
  d. Heart rate of 44

Question 2

A 22-year-old female rock climber has fallen 25 feet to the trail below. The primary assessment shows her to be confused and to have an open airway and shallow breathing. Her pulse is 72 beats per minute, and her blood pressure is 78/50 mmHg. She has no motor ability or sensation in her legs. Which of the following conditions is the most likely cause of this patient's presentation?
 
  a. Internal bleeding
  b. Spinal cord injury
  c. Hemorrhagic shock
  d. Hypoglycemia



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: d

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b



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