Emergency Care: Trauma and Shock Answers

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A marathon runner trips and breaks a bone. The medical staff on site need to stabilize the runner’s bone by

A
using a splint.
B
providing oxygen.
C
stitching up the wound.
D
giving painkilling medication.
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What should a first responder do to help a patient who has suffered both physical and emotional trauma? Check all that apply.

A
reassure the victim that help is on the way
B
attempt to give the patient trauma counseling
C
tell the victim their level of medical training
D
treat just the physical trauma and ignore any signs of emotional trauma

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