A 43-year-old male has fallen from a roof and cannot move or feel his arms or legs. When assessing the patient, which one of the following signs would lead the EMT to suspect the patient is suffering from spinal shock?
A) Cool and moist skin
B) Heart rate of 68 beats per minute
C) Cyanosis to the fingertips
D) Seizure activity
B
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