Which One of the Following Statements Shows That the Paramedic

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements shows that the paramedic has a proper understanding of basic operations at the scene of a hazardous materials emergency?

• A) "Life or health should never be risked if the threat is only to the environment."
• B) "The most important thing is to identify the exact material involved in the incident."
• C) "Olfactory clues are the most reliable way to identify a hazardous material incident."
• D) "Identification of the material is not important, as the approach is the same for all materials."

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