You have been dispatched for a patient with abdominal pain. On scene you find the patient lying supine complaining of severe pain to his lower abdomen. He is pale and has a look of distress on his face. Which of the following actions would the EMT do first?

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Checking the patient's pulse is the first action the EMT should take as it is an essential part of the initial assessment and can help determine the severity of the patient's condition. If the patient is unstable or has a weak or irregular pulse, immediate intervention may be required. Inspecting, palpating, and obtaining a blood pressure are important components of the assessment but should come after checking the patient's pulse.

You Have Been Dispatched for a Patient with Abdominal Pain