The EMT's role at the scene of a search and rescue attempt is to:
A. accompany search team members and provide care.
B. reassure the family members of the missing person.
C. report to a location where the patient will be carried.
D. stand by at the command post until the person is located.
Ans: D. stand by at the command post until the person is located.
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