A responsive but confused construction worker has fallen 10 feet from scaffolding, landing on his head and left shoulder. His airway is open and his breathing is adequate. Coworkers state that he was unresponsive for a period of 2 minutes following the fall and is on medications for depression and heart problems. Based on this information, the EMT should classify him as what kind of patient?

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The patient should be classified as a trauma patient because the primary issue is the fall and the potential injuries sustained from it, such as head and shoulder injuries. The medications for depression and heart problems are relevant medical history but do not change the primary classification.

A Responsive but Confused Construction Worker Has Fallen 10 Feet