A second-story deck has collapsed. Several patients have fallen and are lying on the ground below. As the first emergency personnel to arrive on the scene, your first priority is to determine:

A) the number of patients.
B) the number of ambulances required.
C) type and severity of injuries.
D) if the scene is safe to enter.


Answer: D

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