Special operations is a term used to denote:
a. infrequently performed activities that require specialized training, skills, and equipment in a remote setting.
b. protocols OEC Technicians use when working with an ambulance service in an urban setting.
c. a federal team that is organized to handle mass casualty situations involving mountainous terrain.
d. a specialized procedure that is used for victims of chemical terrorism events and that involves both decontamination and drug injections.
Answer: a
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