At what point should the decontamination team be established?

a. As soon as the potential for exposure is established.
b. As soon as it is determined that an exposure has occurred.
c. Before entry is made into the hot zone.
d. When the entry team is preparing to exit the hot zone.


Answer: c. Before entry is made into the hot zone.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A) codes only serve to increase the amount of air time to relay information. B) the code system can be made public, thus allowing others to hear confidential information. C) the use of codes does not allow the EMT to practice his or her medical terminology. D) medical information can be too complex for a simple code system.

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