You are responding to a medical emergency involving a middle-aged man who broke his arm while playing football in the park with some college students. He appears angry and yells random insults at you. What should you do?
A. Call for police back-up and avoid treating the patient until they arrive.
B. Provide treatment but tell him that he's not hurt badly and to stop complaining.
C. Stay calm and overlook his behavior.
D. Tell him that you cannot treat him until he treats you with respect.
Answer: C
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