A 47-year-old male ingested an unknown type of medication. After ensuring scene safety, you approach the patient and begin to assess him. Which of the following questions would be of LEAST pertinence with regard to the acute management of this patient?
A. "Why did you take the medication?"
B. "What kind of medication did you take?"
C. "Do you know how much you weigh?"
D. "When did you take the medication?"
Answer: A. "Why did you take the medication?"
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