At an industrial complex, a young male was struck in the head by a large piece of steel thrown from a grinding machine. Assessment reveals a soft, painful depression underlying a tear in his scalp, which is covered with dried blood. Clear fluid is draining from his right ear. The patient is conscious but confused and exhibits the following vital signs: pulse, 84 beats/min; respirations, 16 breaths/min and adequate; blood pressure, 142/76 mmHg; and SpO2, 90%. Emergency Medical Responders are on scene and are maintaining manual spine motion restriction precautions. Which instruction indicates the next step needed in this patient's care?
A) "Let's pack his right ear with gauze to stop the loss of fluid."
B) "Place manual, direct pressure over the injury to control bleeding."
C) "I need someone to check the clear fluid for glucose."
D) "Will someone administer supplemental oxygen to the patient?
D) "Will someone administer supplemental oxygen to the patient?
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