You have been dispatched to a residence for an 89-year-old woman with an unspecified complaint. When assessing this patient, which one of the following will be the AEMT's first priority to develop a better understanding of the emergency?
A) Gather a medical history including allergy information.
B) Contact medical direction for advisement.
C) Determine if the complaint is medical or trauma related.
D) Obtain the patient's vital signs and current medications.
Answer: C
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