You are attempting to obtain medical history information from a 20-year-old female. However, she does not answer your questions, despite the fact that she is conscious and alert and speaks English. You should:

A. provide any necessary treatment and defer her medical history to the hospital staff.
B. decrease the amount of time in between each of the questions that you ask her.
C. use close-ended questions and reassess the manner in which you are questioning her.
D. advise her that if she does not answer your questions, there is no way you can help.

Answer: C. use close-ended questions and reassess the manner in which you are questioning her.