What Is the Most Important Intervention an EMT Can Perform

question 14

Multiple Choice

What is the most important intervention an EMT can perform for an unstable multisystem trauma patient?

• A) Oxygen
• B) Airway management
• C) Cervical spine precautions
• D) Rapid transport

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Definitions:

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