Which of the following best describes why abbreviations and acronyms can cause confusion and problems?

A) They are not universally accepted by all EMS agencies.
B) Nursing uses a different set of abbreviations and acronyms.
C) Some abbreviations and acronyms can have multiple meanings.
D) Physicians use a different set of abbreviations and acronyms.


C

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