After using the PAT to form your general impression of a sick or injured child, you should:
A. evaluate the child's baseline vital signs.
B. obtain a SAMPLE history from the parents.
C. perform a hands-on assessment of the ABCs.
D. assess the child's heart rate and skin condition.
Answer: C. perform a hands-on assessment of the ABCs.
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