You have been called to a bar for a patient who was involved in an altercation and is complaining of abdominal pain. Law enforcement is present. The patient has been handcuffed and is sitting on the sidewalk. He has an odor of alcohol on his breath, his speech is slurred, and he is angrily yelling at the police officers. Which action would be most appropriate for the EMT to take when talking to the patient?
A) Maintain eye contact to help establish a rapport
B) Place your hand on the patient's shoulder to keep him subdued
C) Stand and communicate with the patient from 3 to 4 feet away
D) Stand above the patient to establish authority
A) Maintain eye contact to help establish a rapport
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