You approach a patient and notice a large amount of blood on the ground. The patient appears confused, pale, and diaphoretic. Which one of the following should you do first?
a. Apply oxygen.
b. Look for the source of the blood.
c. Assess the patient's airway.
d. Treat the patient for shock.
Answer: c
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