The rescue team is in the process of extricating a 40-year-old male from his truck. The patient's wife, who was uninjured in the crash, is calmly observing the extrication and asks you if her husband will be all right. You should:
A. ensure that she is in a safe area, away from the scene.
B. allow her to observe the extrication and keep her calm.
C. ask her follow-up questions about the crash.
D. allow her to talk to her husband during the extrication.
Answer: A. ensure that she is in a safe area, away from the scene.
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