You have been called for a young female who overdosed on several drugs. Which of the following is it most essential that the EMT perform while caring for this patient?

A) Identify and correct loss of vital function.
B) Identify the drug(s) and amount taken.
C) Determine if she has a history of drug abuse.
D) Identify medical conditions that may be worsened by the drug(s).

A

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