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MAY 6, 2023

In the case of an unrestrained driver, the most common locations of impact are the steering wheel, the instrument panel, and the windshield (most commonly resulting in head injury). Unrestrained passengers tend to strike the windshield and dashboard, often sustaining trauma to the head, thorax, and legs. 1988;28:498–501.

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In the context of a child with a head injury- what was the best GCS/ GCS on arrival of the crew? E: Exposure and Environmental Control: Fully expose to check for other life-threatening injuries while maintaining normothermia. In addition, consider if there are any signs of injury with ENT, neurological or respiratory symptoms.

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