NREMT EMR First Responder

Category - Preparatory

When conducting an interview with a patient who has just been injured in a bar fight, which of the following is important?
  1. Make sure to stand above the patient so that they know who is in charge
  2. Due to possible intoxication, use leading questions to ensure that you get the entire story
  3. Make sure the lighting is as bright as possible to project a sense of authority and make sure nobody is hiding in the corner
  4. Be on an equal seating level and maintain an appropriate amount of eye contact
  5. Make sure the police have handcuffed all bar patrons
Explanation
Answer: D - When conducting a clinical interview, the EMR should be level with the patient and maintain an appropriate amount of eye contact. While it is important to ensure the scene is safe by using lights as needed and involving law enforcement, all scenes are different and should be treated as such.
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