You arrive at the scene of a domestic dispute. You can hear yelling and the sound of breaking glass from inside the residence. You should:

A. immediately gain access to the patient.
B. carefully enter the house and call law enforcement.
C. tell the patient to come outside so you can provide care.
D. retreat to a safe place until the scene has been secured.


Answer: D. retreat to a safe place until the scene has been secured.

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