The EMT Should Request Advanced Life Support (ALS) Backup for a Patient

question 29

Multiple Choice

The EMT should request advanced life support (ALS) backup for a patient in cardiac arrest because:

• A) paramedics must be present in order for the EMT to use the AED.
• B) cardiac arrest patients must be transported by ALS personnel.
• C) ALS care is superior to basic life support care, even with the AED.
• D) ALS treatment decreases the possibility of the patient going back into cardiac arrest once successful defibrillation has occurred.

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