On scene, frantic family members direct you into the basement, where their 67dash–yeardash–old mother has shot herself in the
chest with a small handgun. she is unresponsive and breathing six times a minute. the gun remains in her hand, which came to rest lying on her abdomen as she lies supine. what action should you take immediately?
The correct answer is "p<span>ick up the gun by the edge of the grip and carefully remove it."
Before assessing the airway, breathing, and the circulation of the trauma patient; one should first survey the scene before performing basic life support. The gun is a potential harm in doing first aid for this patient as the patient's reflexes, involuntary hand movements, or spasms can accidentally pull the trigger and hurt more people. </span>
