An 84-year-old female fell down six steps, landing on carpet. She now complains of abdominal and pelvic pain. Her airway is open, breathing adequate, and radial pulse intact. Skin is cool and dry, with a noted skin tear to the left elbow with minor bleeding. EMRs report the following vital signs: pulse, 84 beats/min; respirations, 20 breaths/min; blood pressure, 126/68 mmHg; and SpO2, 97% on room air. Her family states that the patient is acting normally. The hips are easily moved and do not appear broken. The patient does not want to go to the hospital and is asking to refuse transport. Your next action would be to:
A) See which medications she is taking
B) Clean and wrap the skin tear to prevent infection
C) Ask family members for their input
D) Contact medical direction for authorization to refuse
A) See which medications she is taking
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