Which of the Following Statements Regarding Prehospital Care of Pediatric

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding prehospital care of pediatric patients is TRUE?

• A) Up to 85 percent of children treated by EMS need nothing more than basic life support skills.
• B) The majority of pediatric calls are for allergic reactions.
• C) More than 50 percent of pediatric patients require advanced life support.
• D) Most pediatric patients seen by EMS personnel are from low-income families.

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