A 39-year-old male sustained a large laceration to his leg during an accident with a chainsaw and is experiencing signs and symptoms of shock. You should first:
A. place the patient on high-flow oxygen.
B. perform a rapid head-to-toe assessment.
C. follow appropriate standard precautions.
D. apply direct pressure to the wound.
Answer: C. follow appropriate standard precautions.
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