When caring for a patient with an altered mental status and signs of circulatory compromise, you should:

A. limit your time at the scene before transport to 10 minutes or less, if possible.
B. perform a detailed secondary assessment prior to transporting the patient.
C. transport immediately and begin all emergency treatment en route to the hospital.
D. have a paramedic unit respond to the scene if it is less than 15 minutes away.


Answer: A. limit your time at the scene before transport to 10 minutes or less, if possible.

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