According to the National EMS Scope of Practice Model, an EMT should be able to:
A. assist a patient with certain prescribed medications.
B. insert a peripheral intravenous (IV) line and infuse fluids.
C. administer epinephrine via the subcutaneous route.
D. interpret a basic electrocardiogram (ECG) rhythm and treat accordingly.
Answer: A. assist a patient with certain prescribed medications.
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