The purpose of the National Disaster Medical System is to:
A) provide management of all jurisdictions during a multiple casualty event.
B) manage the U.S. Department of Health activities.
C) conduct research related to the frequency of multiple casualty events.
D) promote preventative measures during natural disasters.
A
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