You respond to a call for an unknown emergency. When you arrive at the scene, the patient's husband meets you at the door and states that his wife has been depressed and has locked herself in an upstairs bedroom. He further tells you that he keeps his handgun in the bedroom. You should:

A. ask the husband to attempt to reason with his wife.
B. remain in a safe place and request law enforcement.
C. get in your ambulance and leave the scene immediately.
D. go upstairs with caution and attempt to talk to the patient.


Answer: B. remain in a safe place and request law enforcement.

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