You are assessing a 72-year-old man with abdominal pain. The patient is sitting in a chair; he is conscious, alert, and calm. As you are talking to the patient, your partner discreetly directs your attention to a handgun, which is located on a nearby table. You should:
A. position yourself in between the patient and the gun and ask your partner to request law enforcement assistance.
B. direct your partner to move the gun to a safe area and then advise the patient that his weapon has been secured.
C. immediately cease all patient care, carefully back out of the residence, and request law enforcement assistance.
D. document the presence of the weapon, including its specific location, and continue your assessment of the patient.
Answer: A. position yourself in between the patient and the gun and ask your partner to request law enforcement assistance.
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