When determining the optimal method to communicate with, assess, treat, and transport a patient with a special health care challenge, the paramedic should:
A) routinely call medical control before talking to a caregiver.
B) demonstrate confidence and enlist the expertise of the patient.
C) recall that caregivers are often upset and therefore unreliable.
D) remain professional and obtain initial information from a caregiver.
Answer: B) demonstrate confidence and enlist the expertise of the patient.
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A) Tell her that she will find out more when you get to the hospital. B) Place your hand on her shoulder and tell her that he is receiving the very best care available. C) Tell her that you will go check on him and you will be right back. D) Advise her that it is unlikely that he will survive since he was injured so badly.
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