You are dispatched to an apartment complex for a shooting. Law enforcement personnel are present and have the suspect in custody. You find the patient lying in a narrow space between the couch and coffee table of his small apartment. He is semiconscious and has a large gunshot wound to his chest. You should:

A. obtain permission from law enforcement before moving anything.
B. quickly move the coffee table so you can access and treat the patient.
C. treat the patient where he is so that you do not destroy any evidence.
D. drag the patient into a larger area so that you can begin treatment.


Answer: B. quickly move the coffee table so you can access and treat the patient.

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