More often than not, the paramedic will form his or her general impression of a patient based on:

A) baseline vital signs and SAMPLE history.
B) a rapid, systematic head-to-toe assessment.
C) conditions found in the primary assessment.
D) the initial presentation and chief complaint.


Answer: D) the initial presentation and chief complaint.

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