When a patient has a stroke in the provider's reception area, it is essential for the medical assistant to first ____.
A) ask the other patients what happened
B) yell for help
C) remain calm
D) document the details of the incident
E) call an ambulance

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Remaining calm is the first step in any emergency situation. It allows the medical assistant to think clearly and take appropriate action.

When a Patient Has a Stroke in the Provider's Reception