An alert and oriented 87-year-old female has fallen and suffered a 3-cm laceration to the back of her head. According to the patient, her walker became caught in the carpet, causing her to trip. When obtaining a medical history, which one of the following sources should be asked first?

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When obtaining a medical history, the patient should always be asked first as they are the primary source of information about their own medical history and symptoms. Family members, EMRs on scene, and the patient's primary care doctor can provide additional information, but should not be relied upon as the primary source.

An Alert and Oriented 87-Year-Old Female Has Fallen and Suffered