You Believe That a Patient Who Has Been Shot in the Lower

Multiple Choice

You believe that a patient who has been shot in the lower abdomen is bleeding internally and is in an early stage of shock. Which one of the following shows appropriate prehospital care of this patient?

A) Semi-Fowler's position and direct pressure over the injury site
B) Supine position and administration of water by mouth
C) Oxygen therapy and rapid transport to the hospital
D) Oxygen therapy and cold packs to the abdomen