An unrestrained female driving a small car is involved in a rollover-type collision. Why is her risk for serious injury or death significantly increased?
A) Rollovers are the result of high speeds
B) Smaller and lighter cars tend to roll multiple times
C) The risk for ejection is lessened, increasing injuries suffered in the car
D) There are more impacts in a rollover causing injury
D) There are more impacts in a rollover causing injury
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A) He will only be able to take care of patients with non-life-threatening complaints. B) He will first need approval from your ambulance service's medical director. C) He will only be able to work with an advanced EMT or paramedic. D) He will first have to become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
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