When she is dispatched to an emergency call, which piece of information is it most essential that the EMT obtain first?
A) Location of the call
B) Patient's chief complaint
C) Number of patients
D) Specific conditions or problems
A
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A) Call the Human Trafficking Hotline B) Call medical command for guidance C) Have the patient sign a refusal-of-care form D) Provide the victim with a shelter's contact information
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.