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deesands

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Which of the following is TRUE of cervical spine injuries in children?
 
  A) They are more often due to penetrating trauma than in adults.
  B) The heavier head of the child increases the incidence of cervical distraction injuries.
  C) Pediatric patients do not require cervical spine immobilization unless neurologic deficit is present on assessment.
  D) The pediatric cervical spine should be immobilized in a position of moderate hyperextension.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes why abbreviations and acronyms can cause confusion and problems?
 
  A) They are not universally accepted by all EMS agencies.
  B) Nursing uses a different set of abbreviations and acronyms.
  C) Some abbreviations and acronyms can have multiple meanings.
  D) Physicians use a different set of abbreviations and acronyms.
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mariahkathleeen

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

B

Answer to Question 2

C


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