When administering fluid to a multisystem trauma patient with no signs of head injury but with signs of hypoperfusion, the paramedic should administer fluid only to maintain a systolic blood pressure equal to ________ mmHg.
A) 70
B) 80
C) 60
D) 100

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In trauma patients with signs of hypoperfusion and no evidence of traumatic brain injury, the goal is to maintain a systolic blood pressure of at least 80 mmHg. This approach, known as permissive hypotension, aims to avoid exacerbating hemorrhage while ensuring vital organ perfusion.

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