A 19-year-old male complains of "not feeling right." His insulin and a syringe are on a nearby table. The patient says he thinks he took his insulin and cannot remember whether he ate. He is also unable to tell you the time or what day it is. The glucometer reads "error" after several attempts to assess his blood glucose level. In addition to administering oxygen, you should:

A. contact medical control and administer oral glucose.
B. assist him with his insulin injection and reassess him.
C. request a paramedic ambulance to administer IV glucose.
D. transport only with close, continuous monitoring en route.

Answer: A. contact medical control and administer oral glucose.