Assessment and Management of Pediatric Trauma
Module 1: Initial Stabilization and Transfer of Pediatric Trauma
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Review: Question 1

Module 1: Initial Stabilization and Transfer of Pediatric Trauma
Which one of the following statements regarding pediatric patients is TRUE?
 Hypothermia develops rapidly due to their large surface area
 Lung injuries are unlikely if there are no fractured ribs
 Brain injuries are always accompanied by skull fractures
 Small body size shields them from injuries