You are transporting a male patient who was stabbed in the left upper quadrant of the abdomen. On scene, the patient was alert and oriented, with a patent airway and adequate respirations. There was minimal hemorrhage from the stab wound, which was covered with a sterile dressing. Oxygen was applied and transport was initiated. During the reassessment, which assessment finding should the EMT consider to be of the greatest concern?
A) Statement that the pain at the injury is increasing
B) Observation that blood is beginning to ooze from the injury
C) Increased redness and edema to the area surrounding the stab wound
D) Increased heart rate and unexplained restlessness
D) Increased heart rate and unexplained restlessness
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A) stay where you are and have fire fighters bring the patient to you. B) immediately move the ambulance to the other side of the residence. C) dispatch another ambulance to the scene to take care of the patient. D) send your partner to the other side of the residence to find the patient.