Normally, an initial examination is performed by a nurse or other medical professional, but it could be by a physician.

In the preindustrial era, much of the medical care in the US was provided by nonphysicians

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

As an EMS provider, when you approach an emergency situation, when does the scene size-up begin?

A) As you arrive at the scene B) Once you make your initial contact with the patient C) After you have received a briefing from witnesses D) On the way to the scene