The National Incident Management System (NIMS) is beneficial in an emergency response to a disaster or a terrorism attack because it provides for:
a. specific codes and terms to enhance communications among EMS, fire, and law enforcement personnel.
b. increased funding and reimbursement for any EMS agency involved in the response.
c. a consistent approach to managing a disaster when the response involves many different responders and agencies.
d. federal control of any disaster scene regardless of location.
Answer: c
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