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An unresponsive patient was ejected from a car as it rolled at a high rate of speed. The primary assessment is complete and you are providing positive pressure ventilation with high-concentration oxygen. The patient has a significant deformity to the right side of his head, and both pupils are equal but slow to react to light. He also has deformity to the forearms. Vital signs are: pulse 144, respirations 24 and inadequate, blood pressure 90/50 mmHg, and SpO₂ 97%. Based on this presentation, the EMT should:


A) look for evidence of bleeding in an area of the body other than the brain.
B) reassess the pupils and treat the patient for a severe head injury.
C) splint both arms and reassess the vital signs prior to departing the scene.
D) apply a nonrebreather face mask and prepare for possible seizure activity.

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