Which one of the following patients would justify the need to directly transport to a trauma center based on special patient considerations?
A) An end-stage renal disease (ERSD) patient who tripped and fell and is complaining of shoulder pain on the same side as his shunt
B) An unlicensed teenage driver who has a pulse rate of 120 after a MVC and a 4 minute EMS response
C) A pregnant female in the third trimester who is spotting (showing small amounts of vaginal bleeding) following a low mechanism of injury MVC
D) An elderly patient on anticoagulants who slipped out of her wheelchair and is complaining of pelvic pain

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A pregnant female in the third trimester who is showing small amounts of vaginal bleeding after a low mechanism of injury MVC needs to be transported directly to a trauma center due to the potential risk to both the mother and baby. The other patients may also require advanced medical care, but do not necessarily require transport to a trauma center based on their specific conditions.

Which One of the Following Patients Would Justify the Need