Knowledge of the specific hazardous material involved in an incident is MOST important because:
A) this information will determine how many hazardous materials vehicles will be required.
B) knowledge of the material involved dictates the square mileage of evacuation.
C) you will have an understanding of how the material will affect a patient's health.
D) many hazardous material exposures require treatment at a hyperbaric chamber.
Answer: C) you will have an understanding of how the material will affect a patient's health.
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