Which of the Following Is an Acceptable Way of Reducing

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an acceptable way of reducing prehospital time to maximize the use of the "Golden Period" for trauma patients?

• A) Skip spinal immobilization in the blunt trauma patient.
• B) Start all IVs on the scene to allow for more rapid transport.
• C) Load the patients and begin transport before doing a primary assessment.
• D) Call for air medical transport, if indicated.

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