When determining the most appropriate hospital to which to transport a patient, the paramedic's FIRST consideration should be:
A) the patient's clinical condition.
B) the wishes of the patient or family.
C) traffic conditions and similar variables.
D) whether or not the patient has insurance.
Answer: A) the patient's clinical condition.
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