Which of the following physical findings indicates the need for immediate transport?
A) Vital signs: systolic blood pressure 80, respiratory rate 8
B) Glasgow Coma Scale score of 15
C) Second-degree burns involving 9 percent of total body surface area in an adult patient
D) Fractured right femur

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A systolic blood pressure of 80 and a respiratory rate of 8 indicate severe hypotension and respiratory failure, which require immediate transport to a hospital for further evaluation and treatment. The patient is likely in a state of shock and requires urgent medical attention. The other options, while still potentially serious, do not require immediate transport based on the information provided.

Which of the Following Physical Findings Indicates the Need for Immediate