On scene you are presented with a 21-year-old female with multiple disfigurements from birth defects. She is nonverbal and according to her home health nurse, has a fever, which requires transport to the emergency department. Your partner is familiar with her since he transported her last week for the same condition. When obtaining the patient's past medical history, which source should be tried first?

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The nurse is the most reliable source of information because they have been providing care to the patient and are familiar with her medical history.

On Scene You Are Presented with a 21-Year-Old Female with Multiple