After arriving at an unconscious patient's side the AEMT MUST:
A) identify threats to life, and treat those first.
B) identify patient's medical history so as to understand the physical exam findings.
C) identify a detailed understanding of events leading up to the EMS call.
D) identify all injuries before beginning treatment.
Answer: A
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