At the scene of an automobile crash, a utility pole has been broken, and power lines are lying across the car. The driver of the car is responsive, but reporting neck pain. You should:
A. don rubber gloves and rapidly extricate the driver.
B. remove the wires from the car and continue the extrication.
C. mark off a danger zone around the car and downed lines.
D. ask the driver to carefully get out of the car and walk to the ambulance.
Answer: C. mark off a danger zone around the car and downed lines.
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