You have responded to a bar for a fight involving approximately 8 to 10 patrons. Weapons were used in the fight, and all the patrons have varying degrees and types of injuries. You are in charge of triage and must use the Simple Triage and Rapid Transport (START) system. You find a young person lying on the floor with blood covering his shirt. Quick assessment reveals him to be breathing at 24 times per minute. What should you do next?
A) Start positive pressure ventilation
B) Check for a radial pulse
C) Determine the mental status
D) Place a yellow tag on his wrist
B) Check for a radial pulse
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