After the unsuccessful resuscitation of a 3-year-old boy who was shot by his mother's boyfriend during a domestic dispute, you find yourself extremely stressed and anxious over the call. You are having trouble sleeping and the resultant anxiety is affecting your home life. What should be your initial action, given this situation?
A) Make a conscious effort to focus on anything positive about the event
B) Talk to a close friend or fellow EMS provider about your feelings
C) Use the tragedy as an incentive to learn more about pediatric trauma
D) Consider finding a profession outside of medicine
B) Talk to a close friend or fellow EMS provider about your feelings
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