Which of the Following Represents the Correct Order of Assessment

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following represents the correct order of assessment for the EMT during the primary assessment from start to end?

• A) General impression, mental status, airway, breathing, circulation, patient priority
• B) Mental status, general impression, airway, breathing, circulation, patient priority
• C) Patient priority, general impression, mental status, airway, breathing, circulation
• D) None of the above

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