Which of the following is a special consideration when managing the pregnant trauma patient?
A) She is at increased risk for vomiting and aspiration.
B) She may have a 30 percent blood volume loss before experiencing signs and symptoms of shock.
C) Placing her supine may decrease cardiac output.
D) All of the above are special considerations.
D
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