You are assessing an 83-year-old female who is having hip pain. When you count her pulse you notice that the rate is irregularly irregular. What is your treatment for this patient?
A) Contact medical control for permission to have the patient transported by helicopter from the scene.
B) Check distal circulation, sensory, and motor sensation, apply a pelvic wrap, place on a traction splint, and transport the patient.
C) The irregularity is not a reason for concern in itself.
D) Alert paramedics to respond for a possible cardiac patient.
C
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