When caring for a patient who is mentally challenged:
A) it is highly unlikely that you will obtain a reliable medical history.
B) you may have to obtain the medical history from a family member.
C) your priority should be to transport the patient to a psychiatric facility.
D) you should speak to the patient as though he or she is younger in age.
Answer: B) you may have to obtain the medical history from a family member.
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