You are assisting with the transport of a bariatric patient who needs to be removed from her top-floor bedroom. Due to the patient's size and weight, multiple resources are being used to get the patient out through an upstairs window. Which of the following considerations should be a top priority in this scenario?
A) Performing the action quickly, so as not to create a spectacle in the neighborhood
B) Minimizing damage to the patient's house and property, even if it means extending the operation significantly
C) Protecting the patient's dignity throughout the process, ensuring her comfort and safety
D) Using as few resources as possible, so as not to deplete the rest of the emergency response system
C
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