A patient with a closed fracture to the mid-forearm has been properly splinted when which of the following structures have been immobilized?

a. The wrist and forearm
b. The wrist, forearm, and elbow
c. The elbow and forearm
d. The shoulder, elbow, and forearm

Answer: b

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You have just finished your shift, and while driving home still wearing your patrol jacket you come upon a car collision in which people appear to be injured. You recognize that if you approach the collision wearing your patrol jacket, members of the public may have a reasonable expectation that you will provide care. This expectation is known as:

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