You are attempting to gain access to a patient who was injured when his truck struck another vehicle from behind. The patient is conscious and alert, but is screaming in pain. You try to open the door, but it is locked. You should:

A. break the window and unlock the door.
B. ask the patient if he can unlock the door.
C. request the rescue team to extricate him.
D. use a pry bar to attempt to open the door.


Answer: B. ask the patient if he can unlock the door.

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