When a patient calls EMS for an apparent non-life-threatening condition, the paramedic should:
A) recall that what he or she considers to be a non-emergency may be very emergent to the patient.
B) educate the patient regarding what constitutes an emergency and thus the need to call for an ambulance.
C) perform a brief assessment only to rule out any life threats and then transport the patient to the hospital.
D) remember that most non-emergent calls involve patients with an emotional crisis who just need to talk.
Answer: A) recall that what he or she considers to be a non-emergency may be very emergent to the patient.
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