Which of the following statements accurately describes the hospital emergency department?
A) It is designed to evaluate and treat patients prior to other needed medical care (if needed).
B) It requires patients to make an appointment, unless they arrive by ambulance.
C) It is the only destination to which EMS can transport patients with a medical emergency.
D) It provides lifesaving care instructions to callers accessing the 911 system.
A
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A. Site B. Plan C. Detailed D. Sectional
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