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NREMT EMR First Responder

Category - EMS Operations

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Depending on the system, what is the primary role that EMS plays in the extrication of a patient?

To provide rapid extrication of patients from motor vehicle collisions
To direct fire and rescue personnel as to how to best extricate the patient
To provide patient care and simple extrication
To ensure that patient care takes priority over fire operations

Explanation

Answer: C - EMS personnel generally perform simple extrications and provide patient care during more complex operations. Fire and rescue personnel generally direct the method of extrication; however, in some jurisdictions, EMS personnel are duly-trained to perform all extrication operations.

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