You have arrived on scene to treat a patient who is approximately 8 weeks' pregnant. She is crying and states she is bleeding and feels she may be miscarrying. You notice a large amount of blood on the floor. Which of the following should be your first action?
A) Assess airway and breathing; give supplemental oxygen.
B) Assess blood loss.
C) Contact her primary obstetrician.
D) Pack the vaginal area to prevent further bleeding.
Answer: A) Assess airway and breathing; give supplemental oxygen.
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