A 6-year-old male was struck in the abdomen. He is restless; his skin is cool, pale, and clammy; and his blood pressure is 94/60 mm Hg. After applying high-flow oxygen and keeping him warm, you should:
A) defer vascular access unless his blood pressure begins to decrease.
B) establish vascular access at the scene and then transport.
C) position him on his side and transport without delay.
D) transport promptly and establish vascular access en route.
Answer: D) transport promptly and establish vascular access en route.
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