A category 2 hurricane is forecast to strike an area in which you function as a paramedic. It is important to remember that:

A) you should plan on at least a category 3 hurricane.
B) EMS work usually begins just before the storm hits.
C) this strength of hurricane is likely to produce a tsunami.
D) a category 2 hurricane has winds greater than 155 mph.


Answer: A) you should plan on at least a category 3 hurricane.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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