Open threat of bodily harm to another is the intentional tort of ________. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

assault
Assault is the open threat of bodily harm to another, or acting in such a way as to put another in the "reasonable apprehension of bodily harm."

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A 65-year-old man was doing some work on his roof when he lost his footing and fell to the ground, approximately 15 feet. He is unconscious but his respirations are normal. You note an obviously angulated left leg. You are more concerned about a possible head injury. Which of the following would indicate a possible head injury?

A) Increased blood pressure B) Constricted pupils C) Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) of 15 D) Increased pulse rate

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Logistics, one of the four basic functions of an organized avalanche rescue, is primarily concerned with:

a. getting the rescuers to the scene. b. arranging for extrication of the victims. c. caring for the rescuers in the field. d. keeping a log of the search's activities.

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