Where should the EMT assess for injury when caring for a patient who had a two-story fall and landed square on his feet?
A) Patient's lower back
B) Patient's ankles
C) Patient's femur
D) All of the above

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Falls from a height, especially landing on one's feet, can transmit force upward through the body, potentially causing injuries to the ankles, femur, and lower back. Therefore, an EMT should assess all these areas for injury.

Where Should the EMT Assess for Injury When Caring for a Patient