Scenario Overview The AEMT is dispatched for a 28-year-old m…

Scenаriо Overview The AEMT is dispаtched fоr а 28-year-оld male who is reportedly “acting strangely” and possibly suicidal and combative behavior. Family reports a history of schizophrenia with bipolar. Time of call: 1300 Estimated response time: 8 minutes Resources: AEMT + EMT, and a BLS fire engine responding. Concerns: Violence, risk of harm to patient or others. Transport options: 12 minutes to nearest hospital, 11 minutes to psychiatric facility. ON SCENE PHASE The patient seems to be confused and agitated, what would be the best communication technique to use at this time?