An easy way for an OEC Technician to remember what to look for in assessing a trauma patient is the:

a. acronym SAMPLE.
b. mnemonic APVU.
c. mnemonic DCAP-BTLS.
d. mnemonic OPQRST.

Answer: c

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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