Which of these guidelines would the EMT follow when talking down a patient with a drug-related emergency?

A) Calmly explain to the patient that this is a consequence of abusing drugs
B) Be authoritative and tell the patient to follow your directions
C) Inform the patient that restraints will be used if he does not listen to you
D) Make frequent physical contact with the patient to establish trust


A) Calmly explain to the patient that this is a consequence of abusing drugs

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