The first step in the primary survey of a trauma patient is to

A) assess and monitor the patient's breathing over a period of 30 minutes
B) assess and monitor the patient's circulation continuously
C) assess and manage the patient's airway while protecting the cervical spine
D) assess and monitor the patient's alertness over a period of one hour

C

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a. Point A b. Point B c. Point C d. Point D

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