A 37-year-old male was involved in a rollover collision and is unresponsive. He has musculoskeletal injuries, as well as injuries to other body systems. This patient should be transported:
A) without lights and sirens, as chances of survival are slim.
B) rapidly, with high priority, since he has multisystem trauma.
C) only with clearance from medical direction.
D) slowly and carefully to avoid further injury.
B
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