SCENARIOUse this scenario to answer the following question(s).You and your partner are first on the scene of a motor vehicle collision. One vehicle is a compact car that is completely upside down on the road. You can see the driver moving slightly behind the deployed airbag. The other vehicle is an SUV on its side on a grassy verge with a slight incline. There are two people in the SUV.Where should you park your emergency vehicle?
A. Directly behind the accident, to protect the patients from oncoming traffic
B. At least 200 feet from the scene, with lights off
C. About 50 feet in front of the scene, preferably in a spot where you are upwind and uphill from the accident
D. Directly in front of the accident, for easiest access
Answer: C
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