You Are Assessing an 83-Year-Old Female Who Is Having Hip

You are assessing an 83-year-old female who is having hip pain.When you count her pulse you notice that the rate is irregularly irregular.What is your treatment for this patient?

A) The irregularity is not a reason for concern in itself.
B) Check distal circulation, sensory, and motor sensation, apply a pelvic wrap, place on a traction splint, and transport the patient.
C) Contact medical control for permission to have the patient transported by helicopter from the scene.
D) Alert paramedics to respond for a possible cardiac patient.