According to the National Emergency Number Association (NENA), 70 percent of the population of the United States is covered by some type of 9-1-1.

The SSO (sequence-specific oligonucleotide) probe hybridization method

a. begins with amplification of the target DNA b. determines the nucleotide sequence of the entire exon c. employs primer pairs that are specific for unique sequences within an exon d. uses two rounds of polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

The FIRST step in the START triage system involves:

A) directing all the walking wounded to an easily identifiable landmark. B) quickly removing the obviously dead victims to a predesignated area. C) identifying the nonambulatory patients and assessing their breathing. D) obtaining an estimate of the total number of critically injured victims.