You are called to a scene at which a pedestrian has fallen on the sidewalk. When you arrive, the man is sitting up and appears alert and responsive. However, as you attempt to start your interview in your normal manner, you note that he is reluctant to speak with you. How should you proceed?
A) Try to develop rapport by reviewing the reason you were dispatched on the call.
B) Call the medical direction physician and allow the patient to speak to him or her.
C) Confront the patient with your inability to help him if he does not tell you what is going on.
D) Ask the patient to sign a refusal of treatment and transport form.
A
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