You have been called for an unknown medical emergency. On scene you are presented with an 84-year-old patient who is confused and does not obey commands. The best means of determining the patient's normal mental status would be to:

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Questioning family members can give insight into the patient's baseline mental status and help determine if there has been a sudden change. Examining the patient's pupils, checking vital signs, and looking at medications can all provide additional information, but may not necessarily indicate the patient's normal mental status.

You Have Been Called for an Unknown Medical Emergency