You Have Been Called to a Bar for a Patient

question 88

Multiple Choice

You have been called to a bar for a patient who was involved in an altercation and is complaining of abdominal pain. Law enforcement is present, the patient has been handcuffed, and he is sitting on the sidewalk. He has an odor of alcohol on his breath, his speech is slurred, and he is angrily yelling at the police officers. Which one of the following would be most appropriate when talking to the patient?

• A) Maintain eye contact to establish a rapport.
• B) Place your hand on his shoulder to keep him subdued.
• C) Stand and communicate with the patient from four feet away.
• D) Stand above the patient to establish authority.