Before helping the victim, the first responder should

Before approaching or treating a victim, a first responder should use body substance isolation (BSI) precautions, such as gloves, to reduce the risk of exposure to blood or other bodily fluids. Calling the family or asking about medical history comes later, after the scene is safe and immediate hazards are addressed. The correct choice is use BSI precautions.

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