While an EMT Forms a Field Diagnosis on the Scene

question 4

Multiple Choice

While an EMT forms a field diagnosis on the scene of an emergency,how do the steps differ from the traditional approach to diagnosis?

• A) The EMT forms a field diagnosis within the first few minutes of the call to formulate treatment as quickly as possible.
• B) Due to the limited time spent with the patient, the EMT must rely on a differential diagnosis.
• C) The EMT must rule in or out the most serious conditions associated with the patient's presentation.
• D) The EMT does not have time to form a differential diagnosis and must rely on prior experience when treating a patient.

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