The EMT correctly defines a multiple-casualty incident (MCI) when he states:

A) "It is any event that places an excessive demand on rescue personnel and equipment."
B) "It occurs when the number of patients requiring care is greater than 10."
C) "It occurs anytime the incident requires the medical director to leave the hospital and direct activities on scene."
D) "It occurs anytime that five or more people are injured and require transport to different hospitals."


A) "It is any event that places an excessive demand on rescue personnel and equipment."

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