Your patient is a 65-year-old man who has been found lying in an alley off a major city street during one of the coldest nights of the year. His skin feels cold and he complains of muscle stiffness. What should you do?
A. Transport him to the hospital as soon as possible.
B. Assist him to stand and walk around to get warmer.
C. Begin CPR.
D. Have him drink a cup of decaffeinated coffee.
Answer: A
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