When dealing with an unresponsive 25 year old male at a stabbing scene, what should you do if the assailant returns with a knife?

In a situation where an assailant returns with a weapon, ensuring your own safety is the top priority. Retreating to a safe area allows you to remove yourself from immediate danger and reassess the situation without putting your life at risk. This is crucial because if you engage with the assailant or attempt to provide care to the patient without ensuring a secure environment, you could become a victim of violence as well.

While calling for additional emergency services is indeed a necessary step in managing the situation, it would normally follow securing a safe escape route. Attempting to disarm the assailant is inherently dangerous and could escalate the situation further, potentially leading to serious injury or death for both you and the patient. Providing care to the patient is important, but it should only be attempted once you are in a safe position to do so without fear of being harmed. Prioritizing your safety not only protects you but also allows you to be in a position to help the patient effectively once the scene is secure.